[2] In 2016, the species was moved to Pholidoscelis based on genetic sequencing and phylogenetic analyses.

[3] The Jamaican ameiva is a diurnal lizard with an omnivorous diet, including members of its species.

[1] It is found in mesic to dry habitats near the sea, in gardens and vegetated duneland, associated with Coccoloba and Ipomea plant species.

[1] The Jamaican ameiva historically occurred throughout the lowlands of Jamaica and its cays in scattered subpopulations, though 7 of the 10 mainland subpopulations are considered possibly extinct.

[1] It is considered an endangered species on the IUCN Red List.