The Lizard That Replays Evolution Again and Again What if evolution ran the same experiment multiple times — and got the same answers? Meet the anole lizards (Anolis spp.) — the textbook example of evolution repeating itself. Across Caribbean islands, anoles independently evolved into the same set of “ecomorphs”: trunk-ground runners with long legs, twig specialists with short limbs, canopy climbers with huge toe pads, grass dwellers with sleek bodies. Different islands. Different ancestors. Sam

Keep an eye out in your backyard for green anoles. These little lizards have a trick up their sleeve, they can change color! Educator Jean Aycock managed to catch one in the act in her backyard this week. Have you seen any recently? Share your pictures in the comments! | Mississippi Museum of Natural Science