White's skink
A species of Liopholis Scientific name : Liopholis whitii Genus : Liopholis
White's skink, A species of Liopholis
Scientific name: Liopholis whitii
Genus: Liopholis
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Description
White's skink (Liopholis whitii) is a species of skink in the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
White's skink primarily feeds on invertebrates, with a particular preference for spiders. Its feeding habits exemplify sit-and-wait predator behavior, often preying on various arachnid species.
Appearance
White's skink is a moderate-sized skink with a sleek body shape and smooth, shiny scales. Its main coloration is brown with dark, lateral stripes running from the snout to tail. The tail is often banded and can detach as a defense mechanism. Males sport brighter colors during the mating season. Juveniles possess more vivid markings which fade as they mature.
Behavior
White's skink is notable for its secretive and nocturnal lifestyle, spending its day beneath rocks and emerging at night to forage for insects and spiders. It is solitary, with both sexes defending individual territories. Its unique survival behavior involves mimicking the color of surrounding rocks for camouflage.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Liopholis Species
White's skink 
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