Anolis Cristatellus (IMAGE)

Washington University in St. Louis

Anolis Cristatellus

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Anolis cristatellus lizards are abundant in urban areas in Puerto Rico. New research from Washington University shows that the city lizards have rapidly and repeatedly evolved greater heat tolerance that enables them to thrive in urban heat islands.

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Kristin Winchell / Washington University

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