Asian snake-eyed skink
A species of Snake-eyed skinks Scientific name : Ablepharus pannonicus Genus : Snake-eyed skinks
Asian snake-eyed skink, A species of Snake-eyed skinks
Scientific name: Ablepharus pannonicus
Genus: Snake-eyed skinks
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Description
The Asian snake-eyed skink (Ablepharus pannonicus) is a species of skink. It is found in Georgia, southern Turkmenistan, southern Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, western Azerbaijan, eastern Iran, Iraq, Oman, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Jordan, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, northwestern India, Australia, and Cyprus.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Asian snake-eyed skink predominantly feeds on arthropods, primarily insects, with a preference for small beetles and spiders. The diet also includes isopods and occasional plant matter.
Appearance
Asian snake-eyed skink is a small, slender skink with scales that feel like smooth, polished metal. Its body displays a set of brown hues interspersed with lighter ornamental spots along its back, while its underbody takes on a silvery tone. Adult males, distinguishable from females by their brighter coloration and broader heads, primarily exhibit this spot pattern.
Behavior
Asian snake-eyed skink shows a primarily diurnal lifestyle, with an active period starting after sunrise. It's a notably solitary species, showing territorial behavior during the mating season. Asian snake-eyed skink is skilled in camouflage, using its coloration to seamlessly blend into its grassland surroundings for protection against predators.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Snake-eyed skinks Species
Asian snake-eyed skink 
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