Japanese five-lined skink
A species of Skinks Scientific name : Plestiodon finitimus Genus : Skinks
Japanese five-lined skink, A species of Skinks
Scientific name: Plestiodon finitimus
Genus: Skinks
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Description
Japanese five-lined skink demonstrates an intriguing lithophilic dwelling and migratory behavior, residing predominantly beneath stones during the day and venturing out to hunt arthropods, its main food source, at dusk. Its adaptation to xerophytic environments, marked by infrequent periods of rainfall, underscores the creature's remarkable resilience and niche ecological role.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Japanese five-lined skink is mainly insectivorous, with arthropods being its primary food source. This skink prefers beetles, but its diet also includes other insects, spiders, and small invertebrates, depending on availability.
Appearance
Japanese five-lined skink is a medium-sized skink featuring a slim, elongated body coated in glossy, smooth scales. Its predominant coloration is a vivid blue tail, vividly contrasting with its olive-brown dorsum. Hatchlings exhibit brighter colors and uniform striping, which fade as they mature. There are no distinct variations due to gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Japanese five-lined skink exhibits diurnality, active predominantly in the daylight hours. Its behavior is solitary barring the mating season when males become territorial. Skilled climbers, they use their agility to escape perceived threats and seek refuge within tree crevices. Foraging primarily on invertebrates, japanese five-lined skink uses its keen sight and swift capture tactics to secure prey.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Skinks Species
Japanese five-lined skink 
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