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Description
Polychrus marmoratus, commonly known as the many-colored bush anole or monkey lizard, is a slow-moving lizard species that gets its nickname from its sluggish, monkey-like movements. It faces predation from a variety of animals, including spiders and primates.
This species typically measures between 30 and 50 cm in length. It has a blunt snout and large, smooth scales on the top of its head, with smaller scales along its sides. Its body coloration ranges from brown to olive-grey, with possible blue or black markings on the head. The neck is bluish, the underside is pale, and five to six V-shaped bands mark its back.
Polychrus marmoratus uses an ambush strategy to catch prey, feeding primarily on insects and spiders. It also consumes plant material such as flowers and seeds. The species is typically found in semi-deciduous forest environments.
This lizard is native to countries like Guyana, Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador, and has also been observed in Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela, and Florida.