Desert rainbow-skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia triacantha Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Desert rainbow-skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia triacantha
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
The desert rainbow-skink (Carlia triacantha) is an Australian skink in the genus Carlia, commonly known as four-fingered skinks, from the subfamily Lygosominae. It is native to desert woodland regions throughout most of the Northern Territory, the north of Western Australia, and the far north-west of South Australia. It was originally classified as Leiolopisma triacantha, and is sometimes known as the three-spined rainbow-skink.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Desert rainbow-skink is primarily insectivorous, often feeding on small arthropods. Its diet consists mainly of beetles and spiders, which it forages for in the leaf litter and under bark. Diverse diet allows it to thrive in various habitats.
Appearance
Desert rainbow-skink is a small lizard typically measuring 34 to 58mm. It has a slender body covered in smooth, glossy scales. Its back is generally solid black or dark brown, with a distinctive broken white line running from the head to tail. Both males and females share this coloration, but males often possess more vibrant color patterns. Desert rainbow-skink does not have any significant features such as horns or wings.
Behavior
Desert rainbow-skink tend to be solitary, visually-oriented lizards active during daylight hours. Known for remarkable territorial behaviors, they actively defend their space, often exhibiting aggressive displays and physical fights. Desert rainbow-skink engage in unique push-up displays, likely a communication sign among their kind. Their diet primarily consists of arthropods, indicating a behavior of active foraging.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Desert rainbow-skink 
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