
Gravenhorst's mabuya
A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas Scientific name : Trachylepis gravenhorstii Genus : Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Gravenhorst's mabuya, A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Scientific name: Trachylepis gravenhorstii
Genus: Afro-malagasy mabuyas
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Description

Gravenhorst's mabuya (Trachylepis gravenhorstii) is a species of skink found in Madagascar.

General Info

Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Gravenhorst's mabuya predominantly feeds on arthropods, with a marked preference for insect larvae. This skink species also consumes spiders, centipedes, and occasionally fruits, signaling an omnivorous diet.
Appearance
The gravenhorst's mabuya is a medium-sized skink with a streamlined body and smooth, overlapping scales. It typically exhibits a light brown or bronze coloration, adorned with darker longitudinal stripes that extend from the head to tail. Some individuals may also feature a bluish tint on their tails. No significant disparities exist in the physical traits of different ages, sexes, or subspecies.
Population
Stable

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Afro-malagasy mabuyas Species
Gravenhorst's mabuya