Anole ground level transects (Bisley and El Verde)

Transects are surveyed through the upper and lower cut plots at Bisley to determine the distribution and minimum abundance of anoles within and adjacent to the plots. Surveys began prior to cutting will continue seasonally (wet and dry) to document changes as the plots regenerate. One set of two transects has been established near the walkway towers in the 9 ha grid at El Verde. Each transect is 90 m long (wet 1989 and dry 1990) and 120 m long thereafter. Two transects, each 120 m long are established near the tower at Bisley. Survey methods and data recorded are the same for all transects, except that distance along the transect is recorded for cut plot transects only.