Shrub whiptail-skink
A species of Emoias Scientific name : Emoia longicauda Genus : Emoias
Shrub whiptail-skink, A species of Emoias
Scientific name: Emoia longicauda
Genus: Emoias
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General Info
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Shrub whiptail-skink's dietary prowess primarily clings to a carnivorous habit, with a strong leaning towards invertebrates predominantly insects and crustaceans. Its knack for lizard eggs also punctuates its dietary spectrum.
Appearance
Shrub whiptail-skink is a slender, medium-sized lizard with smooth scales. It exhibits a bright green dorsal surface, often interspersed with patches of blue, while the ventral surface is usually a softer, pale yellow. It possesses a notably lengthy tail, accounting for more than half of its total body length. The species shows no significant variations in color or size based on age or gender.
Behavior
Shrub whiptail-skink is a skittish species, frequently observed in high vegetation, indicative of its arboreal lifestyle. It demonstrates efficient foraging behavior, feeding mostly on insects. This species exemplifies solitary habits, rarely engaging in group interactions. Notorious for its fast and agile movements, shrub whiptail-skink instinctively utilizes these to swiftly retreat when feeling threatened.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Emoias Species
Shrub whiptail-skink 
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