Border ranges shadeskink
A species of Shadeskinks, Also known as Orange-tailed shadeskink Scientific name : Saproscincus challengeri Genus : Shadeskinks
Border ranges shadeskink, A species of Shadeskinks
Also known as:
Orange-tailed shadeskink
Scientific name: Saproscincus challengeri
Genus: Shadeskinks
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Description
The orange-tailed shadeskink, Border Ranges shadeskink, or Challenger's skink (Saproscincus challengeri) is a species of skink found in New South Wales and Queensland in Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
The dietary habits of border ranges shadeskink predominantly revolve around small invertebrates. It exhibits a marked predilection for termites, ants, and beetles, skillfully foraging in leaf litter and soil strata for these prey.
Appearance
Border ranges shadeskink is a small skink, with a slender body sporting a glossy, sleek skin. Its primary coloration is brownish with variable patterning that often resembles irregular bands or lines. Its belly is typically lighter, sometimes presenting as white or cream. No significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies have been noted for this species.
Behavior
Border ranges shadeskink is a solitary, diurnal skink often observed basking in sunlight on trunks and branches. Their fast, darting motion when foraging or escaping predators is characteristic. While not overtly territorial, individuals display concealment and fright postures in the presence of conspecifics, indicating a preference for individual space. Adapted for subtropical rainforest environments, they exhibit strong climbing abilities.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Shadeskinks Species
Border ranges shadeskink 
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