Elegant snake-eyed skink
A species of Fence skinks, Also known as Bright snake-eyed skink Scientific name : Cryptoblepharus pulcher Genus : Fence skinks
Elegant snake-eyed skink, A species of Fence skinks
Also known as:
Bright snake-eyed skink
Scientific name: Cryptoblepharus pulcher
Genus: Fence skinks
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Description General Info
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Description
The elegant snake-eyed skink (Cryptoblepharus pulcher) is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. It is endemic to southern and eastern Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Elegant snake-eyed skink primarily feed on tiny arthropods, their diet consisting mainly of spiders and insects. They exhibit a preference for smaller prey, captured with precision during active foraging.
Appearance
Elegant snake-eyed skink is a small, slender lizard with smooth, shiny scales. It primarily showcases attractive blue or turquoise coloration across its back, contrasting sharply with its yellow-tinged belly. Notable features include a long tail and rows of minute spines along its temporal scales. While both sexes feature similar coloration, males have a broader head and body, and females are generally smaller in size.
Behavior
Elegant snake-eyed skink is a sedentary, diurnal reptile often found basking in sunlit coastal regions. Known for their complex social dynamics, individuals use chromatophoric color changes to communicate. Males demonstrate territorial behavior, drawing territories around preferred basking locations, vigorously defending these against rivals. Although predominantly insectivorous, their foraging behavior also includes occasional plant ingestion.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Fence skinks Species
Elegant snake-eyed skink 
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