Blue-throated rainbow-skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia rhomboidalis Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Blue-throated rainbow-skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia rhomboidalis
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
Carlia rhomboidalis, the blue-throated rainbow-skink, is a species of skink in the genus Carlia. It is endemic to Queensland, Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Blue-throated rainbow-skink primarily consumes invertebrates, particularly insects and spiders. It is also known to eat small vertebrates, consistently displaying a preference for live prey over other food sources.
Appearance
Blue-throated rainbow-skink is a small-to-medium-sized lizard with a sleek, slim body and rough, scaly skin. Its bold, dramatic coloring includes a deep blue back with light-gray rhombus-shaped markings, blending into a vibrant yellow belly. Males are notably larger and more vibrantly colored than females. Lacking any additional features like wings or horns, blue-throated rainbow-skink's distinction comes from its vivid coloration and unique marking pattern.
Behavior
Blue-throated rainbow-skink displays diurnal activity patterns, often foraging for insects and small arthropods. They exhibit distinctive territorial behavior, expanded scales on the head and tail serve as visual signals for territorial disputes. This skink species is largely solitary, except during the breeding season, when females can be seen laying multiple eggs in hollow logs or under vegetation.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Blue-throated rainbow-skink 
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