Bears have a very keen sense of smell and dislike the scent of humans. Their noses let them sense odors up to 1 miles away. Green Anole One of the most common lizards on the Okefenokee NWR is the green anole. Also called the American Chameleon, this small lizard has a long tail, wedge-shaped snout and large toe pads. It is frequently seen on the boardwalk, buildings, and tree trunks.
Anoles change color in order to blend in with their surroundings.
Studies show that temperature, light intensity, and the emotional state of the anole determine its color phase. At hot temperatures anoles turn pale green and stay that color whatever the light intensity. Anoles are valuable as superior insect destroyers. They stalk their prey, then make a final dash to seize their meal with a lightning-like thrust of the tongue. A nonvenomous snake that is the largest in North America, the indigo snake can grow to over 8 feet in length.