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Common scaly-foot

A species of Scaly-foot, Also known as Southern scaly-foot
Scientific name : Pygopus lepidopodus Genus : Scaly-foot

Common scaly-foot, A species of Scaly-foot
Also known as:
Southern scaly-foot
Scientific name: Pygopus lepidopodus
Genus: Scaly-foot
Common scaly-foot (Pygopus lepidopodus) Photo By John Tann , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The common scaly-foot (Pygopus lepidopodus) is a widespread species of legless lizard in the Pygopodidae family. It is endemic to Australia.

General Info

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Common scaly-foot is primarily insectivorous, feeding on a diverse array of insects. Especially fond of ants and spiders, it uses its elongated tongue to expertly capture and consume prey.

Appearance

Common scaly-foot is a medium-sized limbless lizard that possesses a snake-like body covered with scales. It sports a unique pattern of dark and light striping along its entire length. Notably, common scaly-foot has a distinct bright yellow belly, a long tail, and two button-like growths in place of hind legs. No significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies have been observed.

Behavior

Common scaly-foot exemplifies a solitary, non-venomous reptilian lifestyle, primarily inhabiting in dry woodland and grassland regions. Known for its unique limbless form, common scaly-foot is primarily nocturnal, utilizing burrowing and ambush strategies for hunting prey, predominantly insects. Like other reptiles, common scaly-foot marks its territory through scent trails. Its adaptation to blend with leaf litter facilitates exceptional camouflage, favoring survival in its natural habitat.

Population

Stable
Common scaly-foot (Pygopus lepidopodus) Common scaly-foot (Pygopus lepidopodus) Photo By John Tann , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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