Blue mountains water skink
A species of Water skinks Scientific name : Eulamprus leuraensis Genus : Water skinks
Blue mountains water skink, A species of Water skinks
Scientific name: Eulamprus leuraensis
Genus: Water skinks
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Description
The Blue Mountains water skink or Blue Mountains swamp-skink (Eulamprus leuraensis) is a species of skink in the family Scincidae. An endangered species, it is found only in restricted parts of the mountains of southeastern Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Blue mountains water skink sustains itself mainly on small arthropods. It actively forages for insects, such as ants and beetles, utilizing its cunning hunting tactics to catch and consume them efficiently.
Appearance
Blue mountains water skink is a small, slender skink with sleek, smooth scales. It primarily possesses a yellow-brown coloration, punctuated by irregular dark brown bands across its body and tail. Its underbelly is typically cream or light yellow. Distinct features include cylindrical body, a long tail and four small legs. There are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Blue mountains water skink is diurnal, most active during the day. This skink species is known for its ground-dwelling lifestyle, foraging under leaf litter and rocks for invertebrates. Solitary by nature, blue mountains water skink has a tendency to engage in territorial behavior, with males frequently defending their dwellings. Adapted for survival in mountainous regions, its distinctive coloration provides effective camouflage in rocky environments.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Water skinks Species
Blue mountains water skink 
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