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Eastern blue-tongued lizard

A species of Blue-tongued skink
Scientific name : Tiliqua scincoides scincoides Genus : Blue-tongued skink

Eastern blue-tongued lizard, A species of Blue-tongued skink
Scientific name: Tiliqua scincoides scincoides
Genus: Blue-tongued skink
Eastern blue-tongued lizard (Tiliqua scincoides scincoides) Photo By andrewpavlov , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Eastern blue-tongued lizard is known for its viviparous reproductive strategy, a rarity among reptiles, giving birth to live young instead of laying eggs. It boasts an omnivorous diet, feeding on varied resources such as invertebrates, fruits, and flowers, thereby playing a significant role in nutrient cycling within its ecosystem.

General Info

Lifespan

15-25 years

Diet

Eastern blue-tongued lizard is primarily omnivorous, with a strong preference for plant-based nutrition. It consumes a diverse array of fruits, vegetables, and leaf material. However, it will incorporate small invertebrates into its diet for protein intake.

Appearance

Eastern blue-tongued lizard is a robust lizard with a broad, flat body and thick tail. It typically measures 45-50 cm in length. Its skin is composed of shiny, overlapping scales that present a dominant blue-grey to brown coloration. Age is not a distinguishing feature, but sexual dimorphism is seen, with females generally being larger than males. Its most striking feature is its bright blue tongue, which provides a sharp contrast to its overall coloration.

Behavior

Eastern blue-tongued lizard exhibits a solitary and territory-specific lifestyle, often retreating to crevices or among rocks. This species is diurnal, mainly active during the day, feeding predominantly on a variety of invertebrates and plant material. Known for its defensive behavior, it excretes a pungent fluid when threatened. Its ability to shed its tail aids in its survival strategy against predators.
Eastern blue-tongued lizard (Tiliqua scincoides scincoides) Eastern blue-tongued lizard (Tiliqua scincoides scincoides) Photo By andrewpavlov , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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