New guinean coastal snake-eyed skink
A species of Fence skinks, Also known as Supralitoral shining-skink Scientific name : Cryptoblepharus litoralis Genus : Fence skinks
New guinean coastal snake-eyed skink, A species of Fence skinks
Also known as:
Supralitoral shining-skink
Scientific name: Cryptoblepharus litoralis
Genus: Fence skinks
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Description General Info
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Description
Cryptoblepharus litoralis is a small skink found in North Queensland, Australia
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
New guinean coastal snake-eyed skink subsists chiefly on a diet of small arthropods, predominantly insects. This includes ants and spiders, which it actively hunts, reflecting its carnivorous nature.
Appearance
New guinean coastal snake-eyed skink is a small, slender lizard with a supple body covered in glossy scales. Featuring a dominant hue of pebble grey to bronze, this species displays a unique checkerboard pattern on the upper parts and a paler underside. During breeding season, males undergo dramatic color changes, their bodies turning intense blue-black, further accentuated by bright yellow undersides and tails.
Behavior
New guinean coastal snake-eyed skink is a diurnal and territorial species, typically basking in the sun during the day. These solitary lizards exhibit a distinctive 'push-up' display used for communication and territory defense. Agile climbers, they primarily inhabit coastal areas and exhibit adaptive behaviors suited for a rocky, intertidal environment.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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