Red-sided skink
A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas Scientific name : Trachylepis homalocephala Genus : Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Red-sided skink, A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Scientific name: Trachylepis homalocephala
Genus: Afro-malagasy mabuyas
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Description General Info
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Description
Trachylepis homalocephala, commonly known as the red-sided skink, is a small, slender species of skink in the subfamily Mabuyinae.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Red-sided skink primarily subsists on an insectivorous diet, exhibiting a distinct preference for beetles and grasshoppers. The species also occasionally supplements its diet with fruits and vegetable matter when available.
Appearance
Red-sided skink is a medium-sized skink with smooth, shining scales. Its body exhibits a strong bronze-brown to dark brown coloration with faint side stripes. The head, slightly flattened and broad, has a notable bronze tone. The belly, with its distinctive bluish color, starkly contrasts with the rest of the body. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Red-sided skink demonstrates diurnal behaviors, actively foraging for food and sun-basking during the day. This lizard is gregarious by nature, often seen in clusters. Its survival in diverse ecological settings demonstrates its adaptability. In territorial displays, males adopt aggressive postures or tail-wave to assert dominance.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Afro-malagasy mabuyas Species
Red-sided skink 
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