The green anole is generally about five to eight inches (13 to 20 cm) long. Females are usually smaller and can be under five inches (13 cm) long.Green anoles have adhesive lamellae on their foot-pads for crawling along walls, much like geckos.Able to change color, the green anole can be anywhere from bright green to browns and grays.emales are usually smaller and can be under five inches (13 cm) long. Green anoles have adhesive lamellae on their foot-pads for crawling along walls, much like geckos. Able to change color, the green anole can be anywhere from bright green to browns and grays.