Bauxite rainbow-skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia amax Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Bauxite rainbow-skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia amax
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
Carlia amax is a species of skink, commonly known as the bauxite rainbow-skink, in the genus Carlia. It is native to northern Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Bauxite rainbow-skink's diet is predominantly insectivorous, thriving mainly on ants and beetles. It actively forages during the day, using its keen vision and quick speed to hunt various small invertebrates.
Appearance
Bauxite rainbow-skink is a small, slender lizard with smooth, glossy skin. This reptile exhibits a vibrant blue dorsum, contrasted by a cream-colored ventral side. Some individuals bear distinctive black stripes running laterally from the snout to the tail. The tail is long and tapering, roughly twice the body length. A distinguishing feature is a pronounced sexual dichromatism, with males being far brighter and more vividly colored than the generally duller females.
Behavior
Bauxite rainbow-skink exhibits diurnal habits, actively foraging during daylight for insects and small invertebrates. This skink predominantly exhibits solitary behavior, with males being territorial and fiercely defending their areas. Their threat display involves bright color changes and pronounced body movement, aiding territorial disputes and defense against predators. Climbing and arboreal movement are pivotal in their survival strategy.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Bauxite rainbow-skink 
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