Eulamprus tympanum tympanum
A species of Water skinks Scientific name : Eulamprus tympanum tympanum Genus : Water skinks
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum, A species of Water skinks
Scientific name: Eulamprus tympanum tympanum
Genus: Water skinks
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Description
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum is predominantly terrestrial, preferring moist habitats near bodies of water. This reptile demonstrates a shift in diet based on availability, primarily consuming small invertebrates but can resort to scavenging opportunistically. Its adaptation to variable environmental conditions displays an ecological flexibility, allowing it to thrive across dissimilar surroundings.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum's primary nourishment mainly constitutes of small invertebrates such as beetles, spiders and worms. Its flexible diet also extends to certain plant materials, allowing adaptation to various habitats.
Appearance
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum is a medium-sized skink with its body covered in sleek, shiny scales. It exhibits a dominant brown cover, with a vibrant, contrasting pattern of yellow stripes running longitudinally down its body and tail. The skink's most unique feature is its prominent ear, evident from the large, round opening on each side of its head. No notable differences due to age, gender, or subspecies are seen in its appearance.
Behavior
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum exhibits a unique camouflaging behavior for survival by imitating leaf litter. Primarily solitary, they only show social interactions during courtship, marking territories using scent from their femoral glands. Their distinctive skink-like behavior includes sun basking on rocks and foraging in leaf litter during daytime, while retreating into rock crevices at night.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Water skinks Species
Eulamprus tympanum tympanum 
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