Comoro island skink
A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas Scientific name : Trachylepis comorensis Genus : Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Comoro island skink, A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Scientific name: Trachylepis comorensis
Genus: Afro-malagasy mabuyas
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Description
Trachylepis comorensis (Comoro Island skink) is a species of skink. It is found in the Comoro Islands, Madagascar and Mozambique.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Comoro island skink primarily feeds on a variety of small invertebrates. Its diet is particularly comprised of insects and their larvae, but also includes spiders and isopods, indicating an insectivorous dietary preference.
Appearance
Comoro island skink is a medium-sized skink with an elongated and robust body. This lizard is covered in smooth, shiny scales that vary in color from dark brown to burnished gold. It doesn't have any distinct markings or patterns. The tail, which is nearly twice the length of the body, tapers to a sharp point. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Comoro island skink exhibits a diurnal lifestyle, actively foraging for insects and small vertebrates during daylight hours. Exhibiting solitary behavior, this species mainly interacts with others during the breeding season. It employs an aggressive display to defend its territory, which includes body inflation and explicit tail movements.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Afro-malagasy mabuyas Species
Comoro island skink 
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