Five-striped blue-tailed skink
A species of Skinks, Also known as Shanghai elegant skink Scientific name : Plestiodon elegans Genus : Skinks
Five-striped blue-tailed skink, A species of Skinks
Also known as:
Shanghai elegant skink
Scientific name: Plestiodon elegans
Genus: Skinks
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Description General Info
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Description
Plestiodon elegans, the five-striped blue-tailed skink or Shanghai skink, is a species of lizards in the genus Plestiodon found in East Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Five-striped blue-tailed skink is primarily an insectivorous species, feasting on a variety of arthropods. Its diet is dominated by spiders, beetles, and centipedes, but it also consumes butterflies and moths occasionally.
Appearance
Five-striped blue-tailed skink is a medium-sized lizard with a sleek, slender body and smooth scales. It sports a striking bright blue tail and a body that varies in color from tan to dark brown. Their body often features five light stripes running from head to tail. Juveniles possess more vivid coloration than adults. There are no major appearance differences between genders and subspecies.
Behavior
Five-striped blue-tailed skink is predominantly a solitary animal with diurnal tendencies, known for its agile foraging skills in pursuit of insect prey. It employs effective camouflage within its rocky habitats by matching its blue-tailed body to surrounding vegetation. This species seldom defends territory, instead, it adopts skittish behaviors to evade threats, demonstrating its unique survival adaptation.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Skinks Species
Five-striped blue-tailed skink 
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