
Eastern three-toed earless skink
A species of Hemiergis Scientific name : Hemiergis talbingoensis Genus : Hemiergis
Eastern three-toed earless skink, A species of Hemiergis
Scientific name: Hemiergis talbingoensis
Genus: Hemiergis
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Description

The Victoria three-toed earless skink (Hemiergis talbingoensis) is a species of skink found in New South Wales and Victoria in Australia.

General Info

Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Eastern three-toed earless skink primarily subsists on a diet of insects, exhibiting preference for arthropods. Careful foraging behavior reveals a penchant for ants and crickets, thus reflecting an insectivorous eating habit.
Appearance
Eastern three-toed earless skink is a small, ground-dwelling skink with a slender body. Its base skin color is a sandy brown, often matched with irregular dark brown to black bands running across the body. This skink is characterized by its smooth scales and a pointed snout. As a distinguishing feature, it has a slightly bright yellow to orange underside. Both males and females share similar appearances, with no prominent age or gender-related differences.
Behavior
Eastern three-toed earless skink exhibits a diurnal lifestyle, being active during daylight hours. It is a solitary dweller, marking and defending small territorial areas. Locomotion is primarily through undulation, displaying a wave-like motion. Predominantly insectivorous, its foraging behavior includes opportunistic feeding in its environment.

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Hemiergis Species
Eastern three-toed earless skink