Copper-tailed ctenotus
A species of Comb-eared skinks Scientific name : Ctenotus taeniolatus Genus : Comb-eared skinks
Copper-tailed ctenotus, A species of Comb-eared skinks
Scientific name: Ctenotus taeniolatus
Genus: Comb-eared skinks
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Description
The Australian striped skink, also known as the Copper-tailed ctenotus or Copper-tailed skink, (Ctenotus taeniolatus) is a species of medium-sized skink found commonly along the eastern seaboard of Australia and throughout the country generally. Striped skinks are found in open bushland and heathland. They can grow to be 30Â cm long.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Copper-tailed ctenotus is primarily an omnivore, consuming a diversified diet. While its diet is largely dominated by small insects, it also incorporates vegetable matter, particularly opportunistic consumption of fruits and plant-based debris.
Appearance
Copper-tailed ctenotus is a small, slender lizard with a slightly compressed body and finely scaled skin. It exhibits a distinct coloration of sandy yellow, grey, or brown, often with darker, broken longitudinal stripes from its head to its long, tapering tail. Juveniles sport brighter colors and patterns compared to adults, providing them with perfect camouflage. This species shows no noticeable differences between genders or subspecies in terms of appearance.
Behavior
Copper-tailed ctenotus exhibits a diurnal lifestyle, engaging in activities such as foraging during daylight hours and resting at night. Notably solitary, individuals maintain distinct territories marked by scent deposition, showing aggressiveness to intruders. With specialized tongue and scales, it excavates burrows to conceal from predators, adapting to its arid habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Comb-eared skinks Species
Copper-tailed ctenotus 
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