Eastern striped skink
A species of Comb-eared skinks Scientific name : Ctenotus robustus Genus : Comb-eared skinks
Eastern striped skink, A species of Comb-eared skinks
Scientific name: Ctenotus robustus
Genus: Comb-eared skinks
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Description
The eastern striped skink is a tough, but timid lizard found in various environments all over Australia. It prefers open areas and will burrow under fallen logs, rocks, or brush to shelter from the sun and predators. It avoids disturbed soils and built-up areas, and can be difficult to find and document due to its shyness and speed. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Appearance
Eastern striped skink is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body and robust limbs. It boasts rough, sandy-colored skin which is speckled with darker markings, mimicking the look of loose gravel or sand. Its most distinctive features are its elongated, pointed snout and long, tapering tail, which is often twice the length of its body. This lizard displays no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Eastern striped skink is a diurnal lizard, known for its basking behavior to regulate body temperature. It forages alone, feeding primarily on insects and other small invertebrates. This species utilizes visual displays, such as body posturing and tail flicking, for communication and territory establishment. Exceptionally adapted to arid environments, its burrowing habits provide protection from predators and extreme heat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Comb-eared skinks Species
Eastern striped skink 
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