Lively rainbow skink
A species of Four-fingered skinks Scientific name : Carlia vivax Genus : Four-fingered skinks
Lively rainbow skink, A species of Four-fingered skinks
Scientific name: Carlia vivax
Genus: Four-fingered skinks
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Description
Carlia vivax, the lively rainbow-skink or tussock rainbow-skink, is a species of skink in the genus Carlia. It is endemic to New South Wales and Queensland in Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Lively rainbow skink's dietary habits predominantly revolve around arthropods, including various insect species. It effectively leverages its keen observational skills and rapid movement to actively hunt these small prey in its lush forest habitat.
Appearance
Lively rainbow skink is a small, slender lizard, which displays smooth, shiny skin. The primary coloration ranges from brown to olive green, often adorned with dark, irregular bands across the back. The undersides exhibit a paler hue with male individuals exhibiting brighter throat colors. The species lacks noticeable appendages like horns or wings but boasts a tapering, long tail, which aids in balance.
Behavior
Lively rainbow skink is a primarily diurnal animal, marked by an active foraging behavior during daylight hours. Exhibiting a solitary lifestyle, it is territorial and utilizes body displays and vocalizations for territory defense. Lively rainbow skink has unique on-the-spot jogging when threatened, utilizing its environment for survival.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Four-fingered skinks Species
Lively rainbow skink 
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