Blotched blue-tongued lizard
A species of Blue-tongued skink, Also known as Blotched blue-tongued skink, Blotched bluetongue Scientific name : Tiliqua nigrolutea Genus : Blue-tongued skink
Blotched blue-tongued lizard, A species of Blue-tongued skink
Also known as:
Blotched blue-tongued skink, Blotched bluetongue
Scientific name: Tiliqua nigrolutea
Genus: Blue-tongued skink
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Description
The blotched blue-tongued lizard (Tiliqua nigrolutea), also known as the southern blue-tongued lizard or blotched blue-tongued skink is a blue-tongued skink endemic to south-eastern Australia. This animal has a fleshy blue tongue which is used to taste the air and scare off potential predators. It is a robust and relatively large member of the skink family (Scincidae) that tends to rely on camouflage and bluff as its primary means of defence. However, if cornered or mo
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Blotched blue-tongued lizard predominantly consumes plant material, including flowers, berries, and leaves. It tends to forage on the ground or in low growing plants, yet occasionally eats insects and snails, particularly during breeding season.
Appearance
Blotched blue-tongued lizard is a large, stout-bodied skink with rough, scaly skin. It presents a distinctive dual-color scheme, with a back and tail that is dark blue-grey to black, and a vibrant, yellow-orange underside. It lacks notable features like horns or wings, but has a short, thick tail. There is no significant gender-based differences in appearance. Young ones are usually brighter in color, gradually becoming darker as they mature.
Behavior
Blotched blue-tongued lizard is a solitary, semi-arboreal species known for basking during the day and retreating into leaf litter or logs in the evening to sleep. Primarily herbivorous, blotched blue-tongued lizard displays dietary flexibility during periods of food scarcity and adapts by consuming invertebrates. Its distinctive blue tongue serves as a startling visual deterrent against predators, emphasizing its unique survival strategy.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Blue-tongued skink Species
Blotched blue-tongued lizard 
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