Taylor's ground skink
A species of Ground skinks Scientific name : Scincella silvicola Genus : Ground skinks
Taylor's ground skink, A species of Ground skinks
Scientific name: Scincella silvicola
Genus: Ground skinks
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Description
Scincella silvicola is a species of skink that lives in the highlands of Mexico from Puebla to Oaxaca. It occurs primarily in dry, scrubby areas and forests, especially pine forests. It is generally a common species and faces no major threats. It is most likely ovoviviparous.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Taylor's ground skink is primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of arthropods. It prefers small invertebrates such as spiders, beetles, and ants. While it mostly hunts on the ground, it also forages in decaying vegetation and dead wood.
Appearance
Taylor's ground skink is a tiny lizard species with a slender, cylindrical body and smooth, glossy skin. It primarily boasts a dark, black-brown coloration interspersed with delicate patterns of lighter brown. This skink possesses a distinctive long tail, thin limbs, and small, beadlike eyes. Both genders and varying ages share similar physical characteristics, with no significant visual differences.
Behavior
Taylor's ground skink is a primarily solitary creature, most active during the twilight hours. It exhibits a voracious feeding behavior targeting small invertebrates, specifically insects and worms. Taylor's ground skink resides in leaf litter and burrows for protection, often employing swift, elusive movements. No specific territorial markings or behaviors have been observed, connoting a non-territorial lifestyle.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Ground skinks Species
Taylor's ground skink 
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