Gulfs delma
A species of Delmas Scientific name : Delma molleri Genus : Delmas
Gulfs delma, A species of Delmas
Scientific name: Delma molleri
Genus: Delmas
Content
Description General Info
Photo By chloektodd , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
Delma molleri (commonly known as Gulfs delma, olive legless lizard and patternless delma) is a small , limbless lizard found in southern South Australia around the Adelaide Hills, and pretty common in Adelaide suburbs. Delma molleri has been recorded from a variety of habitats ranging from grassland to woodland beneath rocks, timber, and rubbish.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Gulfs delma sustains on a primarily insectivorous diet, specialized in consuming termites and ants. This species exhibits adept hunting skills, actively excavating soil to access their unforeseen prey.
Appearance
Gulfs delma is a slender, elongated lizard, typically measuring under 10 cm. It has smooth, glossy skin that is typically a sandy brown color, which aids in camouflage. Its head tapers into a pointed snout, and its tail is roughly equal to its body length. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Gulfs delma display a generally crepuscular activity pattern, becoming active during twilight hours. This solitary species typically burrows underground in sandy terrain during daytime hours, exhibiting outstanding burrowing abilities for survival. Beyond this, specific social and territorial behaviors remain largely unrecorded scientifically.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Legless lizards Genus
Delmas Species
Gulfs delma 
AI animal expert in your pocket
Scan QR code to download
