African striped skink
A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas, Also known as Eastern striped skink, Wahlberg’s striped skink Scientific name : Trachylepis striata Genus : Afro-malagasy mabuyas
African striped skink, A species of Afro-malagasy mabuyas
Also known as:
Eastern striped skink, Wahlberg’s striped skink
Scientific name: Trachylepis striata
Genus: Afro-malagasy mabuyas
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Description
The African striped skink (Trachylepis striata), commonly called the striped skink, is a species of lizard in the skink family (Scincidae). The species is widespread in East Africa and Southern Africa. It is not a close relation to the Australian striped skink, Ctenotus taeniolatus.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
African striped skink, commonly known as the Striped Skink, is primarily an omnivore. Its diet includes a wide variety of insects, spiders, and small invertebrates. Additionally, it consumes plant-based foods like seeds, fruit, and leaves.
Appearance
African striped skink is a medium-sized skink with an elongated, slender body and smooth, shiny scales. Primarily ash grey, it displays thin, darker longitudinal stripes that run from its head to the base of its tail. An orange to red colouration may be found on its throat and belly. Emerging from its streamlined body is a long tapering tail which could exceed its body length.
Behavior
African striped skink is a diurnal reptile, known for its basking activities, used for thermal regulation. Largely solitary, these skinks mark territory via chemical signals from their glands. They employ a freeze strategy when perceived by predators, using their striped skin as camouflage against the foliage. During foraging, african striped skink exhibit remarkable agility climbing trees and are known to consume a variety of arthropods.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Skinks Genus
Afro-malagasy mabuyas Species
African striped skink 
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