Brown forest skink
A species of Ground skinks Scientific name : Scincella cherriei Genus : Ground skinks
Brown forest skink, A species of Ground skinks
Scientific name: Scincella cherriei
Genus: Ground skinks
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Description General Info
Description
The brown forest skink (Scincella cherriei) is a species of skink found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Costa Rica.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Brown forest skink are small, ground-dwelling insectivores, consuming mainly arthropods. They have a particular predilection for ants and termites, while also ingesting beetles and other small invertebrates to supplement their diet.
Appearance
Brown forest skink is a small, slender lizard with smooth, glossy skin. It has a dark brown to black dorsal coloration that contrasts sharply with the lighter tan along its sides and belly. Unlike many lizards, it lacks any prominent patterns or markings. It is characterized by its elongated body, short limbs, and long, tapering tail. There are no significant variations in size or coloration between genders or during the lizard’s lifespan.
Behavior
Brown forest skink is a ground-dwelling, insectivorous species that exhibits a solitary lifestyle. Noted for its active foraging behavior, this reptile primarily hunts at dusk and dawn. Highly territorial, brown forest skink actively defends its ground against intruders. It employs its cryptic coloration to avoid predators and blend within its tropical habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Ground skinks Species
Brown forest skink 
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