Brown skink
A species of Oligosoma Scientific name : Oligosoma zelandicum Genus : Oligosoma
Brown skink, A species of Oligosoma
Scientific name: Oligosoma zelandicum
Genus: Oligosoma
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Description General Info
Description
The brown skink, Oligosoma zelandicum, is a species of skink native to New Zealand.
General Info
Lifespan
25-30 years
Diet
Brown skink primarily feeds on small invertebrates like insects and spiders. It has a particular predilection for beetles and grubs, skillfully hunting them in its natural habitat.
Appearance
Brown skink is a small skink, exhibiting an elongated, rectangular body with no distinctive neck. Its sleek and smooth skin is predominantly bronze-tinted brown, complemented with darker brown patterns across the back and sides. It possesses small, slim limbs with well-formed digits, while its long tail contributes notably to its overall length. No remarkable differences exist in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Brown skink primarily operates during the day, exhibiting strong basking habits. This territorial species often dwells in rocky areas, engaging in skirmishes to protect its area. Despite being largely solitary, brown skink exhibits a distinctive tail-waving communication which is uncommon amongst its kind.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Oligosoma Species
Brown skink 
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