Reptile · GBIF taxon 2467427
Hispaniolan Stout Anole
Anolis cybotesAlso known as Large-headed Anole, Tiburon Stout Anole
Hispaniolan stout anoles are muscular, trunk-ground dwelling lizards recognizable by the broad heads and thick neck crests of mature males. They patrol lower tree trunks, fence posts, and rock outcrops, darting down to capture prey or perform rapid head-bobbing displays. Females and juveniles feature subtle brown patterning with pale lateral stripes that blend effectively with tree bark and leaf litter.
ReptileTerritorialEndemic
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Insects
- Spiders
- Grubs
Predators
- Birds
- Snakes
- Domestic Cats
ThreatsSevere local deforestation, habitat degradation, invasive predators
HabitatsSubtropical dry and moist forests, plantation edge, gardens, woodpiles
Life span3–5 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyDactyloidae
- SpeciesAnolis cybotes
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- May attempt a tiny defensive bite if grabbed; observe safely from a short distance.
- What to notice
- Stocky brown lizard with a remarkably wide head found low on trees and stone walls.
- Support conservation
- Avoid capturing individuals or disturbing low bark and stone piles where they take refuge.
Responsible observation
- Approach Slowly: Move deliberately to avoid triggering rapid escape sprints into rock crevices or under brush.
- Look Low: Search vertical tree trunks, fence posts, and wall bases up to two meters off the ground.
- Watch Dewlaps: Look for males extending colorful throat fans when defending territory against rivals.
Ecological Counterpart (c) Thibaud Aronson, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA) / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Co-occurring Relative 
Close Relative (c) Jennifer Aitkens, some rights reserved (CC BY) · cc-by
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