Closed-litter rainbow-skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia longipes Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Closed-litter rainbow-skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia longipes
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
Carlia longipes is a species of skink, commonly known as closed-litter rainbow-skink, in the genus Carlia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Closed-litter rainbow-skink is primarily an insectivorous species. It adeptly catches and consumes a range of invertebrates, with a particular preference for spiders and insects, especially ants, beetles, and small moths.
Appearance
Closed-litter rainbow-skink is a small, slender skink with smooth, shiny scales. This reptile displays an overall coloration of olive-green to brown, contrasted with bold black stripes running laterally from head to tail. Its long, tapered tail and prominent hindlegs are distinctive features. No significant differences in appearance are noted between the genders or various life stages of this species.
Behavior
Closed-litter rainbow-skink displays diurnal habits with a robust territorial defense system. This active skink forages primarily on the ground and uses visually distinct postures during aggressive interactions. The species remarkably demonstrates complex mating rituals and social dynamics, exhibiting wary behavior towards predators for survival in its natural habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Closed-litter rainbow-skink 
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