We used to see so many of these little lizards, but there haven’t been as many in recent years. They are Carolina anoles (Anolis carolinensis), also known as the American anole, the America green anole, and the red-throated anole. Although they are not true chameleons, they sometimes are called American chameleons because of their ability to change color from green to brown depending on body temperature and level of activity. Native to North America, they are found mainly in southeastern states and along the Gulf coast. However, they also have been found in the Caribbean and have even been spotted in southern California.
I love this “Advice From a Lizard” found at yourtruenature.com…
Advice From a Lizard
Soak up some sun
Snap up opportunities
Be a colorful character
Appreciate stillness
Keep a low profile
Shed your old ways
Be dashing!
Unexpected in common hours 
Good advice for sure!
LikeLike
I think so, too!
LikeLike
Love the poem and the lizard!
LikeLike
Thank you! I wish we had more of these lizards around.
LikeLike
Great pictures!
LikeLike
Thanks so much!
LikeLiked by 1 person
A rather wise little reptile!
LikeLike
Yes, I think so!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Back in 1968 my oldest living uncle came to South Texas to visit his mom where we all millions of these anoles living. He took several back home to Huntington Beach, California (Southern California). I wonder if he is the reason we now have them in Southern California.
LikeLike
LOL You’ll never know! 🙂
LikeLike