Anolis koopmani
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Anolis koopmani faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Dominican Republic. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while introduced predators and competitors further pressure remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that could disrupt the specific microhabitat conditions this anole requires.
Habitat
Anolis koopmani inhabits dry forests and scrubland environments in the Dominican Republic, typically found in areas with dense vegetation cover and rocky outcrops. The species shows preference for specific microhabitats within these ecosystems, often utilizing particular tree species and elevation ranges that provide optimal thermal and humidity conditions.