Western glossy swamp skink
A species of Lissolepis Scientific name : Lissolepis luctuosa Genus : Lissolepis
Western glossy swamp skink, A species of Lissolepis
Scientific name: Lissolepis luctuosa
Genus: Lissolepis
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Description
The Western mourning skink (Lissolepis luctuosa) is a species of skink, a lizard in the family Scincidae. It is also called the western glossy swamp skink.
General Info
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Western glossy swamp skink thrives on a diet primarily composed of various types of insects, prominently caterpillars and beetles. Its preference for insectivorous feeding makes it an efficient natural pest controller.
Appearance
Western glossy swamp skink is relatively small, with a slender, elongated body covered in smooth, glossy scales. This species exhibits a uniform dark brown to black coloration across the entire body. No distinct patterns or markings are present. The western glossy swamp skink lack any notable appendages like wings or horns. Both males and females share similar appearances without any significant variations due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Western glossy swamp skink is largely solitary and nocturnal. Its behavior is characterized by burrowing activity during the day, hiding from probable predators. Defined by courtship and territorial disputes, its interactions mainly occur during the breeding season. primarily, western glossy swamp skink forages at night, actively searching for arthropods, their primary food source.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Lissolepis Species
Western glossy swamp skink 
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