Buchanan's snake-eyed skink
A species of Fence skinks Scientific name : Cryptoblepharus buchananii Genus : Fence skinks
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink, A species of Fence skinks
Scientific name: Cryptoblepharus buchananii
Genus: Fence skinks
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Description
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink (Cryptoblepharus buchananii) is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. It is endemic to Western Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink is a carnivorous species with a preference for small arthropods. Its diet primarily comprises ants, spiders, and small insects, but occasionally may include other invertebrates for nutritional variety.
Appearance
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink is a relatively small skink with an elongated body shape and scaly skin. Its overall coloration is a muted blend of grays and browns, featuring distinct patterns of dark dorsal stripes. In sharp contrast, the underside is typically a crisp, clean white. Buchanan's snake-eyed skink's tail is long and slender, a useful trait for balance. Both males and females share similar size and color, with no significant differences due to age or gender.
Behavior
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink is an arboreal reptile, favoring elevated vantage points for foraging and thermoregulation. Predominantly diurnal, it feeds on small invertebrates. Although solitary in nature, buchanan's snake-eyed skink displays vivid blue throat during breeding season as a mating display. It doesn't show territorial behavior as individuals often overlap in the same area.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Fence skinks Species
Buchanan's snake-eyed skink 
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