Scute-snouted calyptotis
A species of Calyptotis skinks Scientific name : Calyptotis scutirostrum Genus : Calyptotis skinks
Scute-snouted calyptotis, A species of Calyptotis skinks
Scientific name: Calyptotis scutirostrum
Genus: Calyptotis skinks
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Description General Info
Description
The scute-snouted calyptotis (Calyptotis scutirostrum) is a species of skink found in New South Wales and Queensland in Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Scute-snouted calyptotis is primarily a herbivore, with its diet mostly composed of vegetation. This animal species preferentially consumes leaves, fruits, and flowers of various plants, indicative of its selective feeding behavior.
Appearance
Scute-snouted calyptotis is a small rectangular-bodied lizard with armored scales. It has a strong muscular tail and armored eyelids. Its snout is exclusively pointed, appearing snooped, which is unique amongst its kind. The animal displays a glossy brown coloration streaked with black vertical bars, including scattered round white spots. Both genders look alike. Its distinct hatchling stage is characterized by a faint bronze tinge.
Behavior
Scute-snouted calyptotis is a mostly nocturnal species, exhibiting increased activity at dusk and dawn. It exhibits semi-arboreal behavior, often seeking refuge in vegetation during daytime. Scute-snouted calyptotis is a solitary animal, interacting with conspecifics primarily for breeding. It is also territorial, often displaying aggressive behavior when defending its area or food resources.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Calyptotis skinks Species
Scute-snouted calyptotis 
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