Common ameiva
The common ameiva (Pholidoscelis chrysolaemus ) is a species of lizard endemic to Hispaniola and a number of smaller associated islands.
The common ameiva is considered a species of least concern by the IUCN Red List due to its broad distribution and adaptable nature to modified environments and impacts, such as habitat destruction and urban development. Some subpopulations, such as in Santo Domingo, appear to be in decline due to the loss of backyards and predation by cats.