Hooded rainbow skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia rostralis Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Hooded rainbow skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia rostralis
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
Carlia insularis, the black-throated rainbow-skink or hooded rainbow skink, is a species of skink in the genus Carlia. It is endemic to Queensland, Australia where it is found in "eastern creeks in the Wet Tropics".
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Hooded rainbow skink primarily feeds on arthropods, exhibiting a distinct preference for insects such as ants and beetles. Its dietary range also extends to spiders, contributing to its unique nutrition intake.
Appearance
Hooded rainbow skink is a small, slim lizard with smooth, sleek scales. Its predominant color is brown, but features a striking pattern of blue-gray and black streaks along its body. This species is characterized by an elongated snout and a long, thin tail. There are no significant differences in appearance between the sexes or across different stages of their life cycle.
Behavior
Hooded rainbow skink is a solitary species, exhibiting diurnal activities and frequently exhibiting sunlight-basking behavior. This reptile distinguishes itself with male territorial disputes involving mouth gapping and head bobbing. Their survival behaviors include foraging for invertebrates and using their coloration as a camouflage in their native habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Hooded rainbow skink 
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