South-western crevice skink
A species of Egernia Scientific name : Egernia napoleonis Genus : Egernia
South-western crevice skink, A species of Egernia
Scientific name: Egernia napoleonis
Genus: Egernia
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Description
The southwestern crevice-skink (Egernia napoleonis) is a species of large skink, a lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is native to western Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
South-western crevice skink predominantly consumes a variety of plant materials, including leaves and stems. As an omnivorous species, it also supplements its diet with insects, providing vast nutritional diversity.
Appearance
South-western crevice skink is a medium-sized lizard with a robust body, and its skin has a rough texture with prominent scales. Its coloration is primarily dark brown, often with lighter patches or spots. The species features a long tail which is usually about twice the length of its body. There are no specific differences in physical characteristics to denote varying age, gender, or subspecies within this species.
Behavior
South-western crevice skink is a skink species demonstrating social living and territoriality. It is known for its distinctive behavior of living in stable social groups, with bandings demarcating territories. Active during the day, this reptile primarily consumes arthropods and plant matter.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Egernia Species
South-western crevice skink 
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