Northern soil-crevice skink
A species of Soil-crevice skinks Scientific name : Proablepharus tenuis Genus : Soil-crevice skinks
Northern soil-crevice skink, A species of Soil-crevice skinks
Scientific name: Proablepharus tenuis
Genus: Soil-crevice skinks
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Description
An endemic inhabitant of northern Australia, northern soil-crevice skink is an impressive example of behavioral adaptation for survival. Renowned for its life in subterranean environments, northern soil-crevice skink has developed a specific nocturnal feeding behavior, preying on small invertebrates after sunset. A remarkable survival strategy employed by northern soil-crevice skink includes obtaining hydration through ingested prey, thereby offsetting the water scarcity in its arid habitat.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Northern soil-crevice skink is a strictly carnivorous species, primarily feeding on small invertebrates. It predominantly consumes ants and termites, but also preys on spiders and beetle larvae when available.
Appearance
Northern soil-crevice skink is a small, slender skink with a long tail. Its smooth, shiny scales vary in shades of grey or reddish-brown, sometimes with dark spots. It has tiny limbs with three fingers and toes on each. No significant differences exist in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Northern soil-crevice skink is a solitary, nocturnal species renowned for its burrowing behaviour. Unlike many reptiles, it frequently changes burrows, making new soil excavations each day. Particularly adept at survival in arid environments, it conserves moisture by eliminating wastes as uric acid.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Soil-crevice skinks Species
Northern soil-crevice skink 
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