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RE: What is the name of this Skink

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Posted by: Spawn at Mon Apr 16 10:18:12 2007  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Spawn ]  
   

Hello:
That is what they call an Ocellated Skink (Chalcides ocellatus). The one in the picture is exceptional looking. Usually they are a dulled out yellowish-white with the spots. They are sometimes referred to as "Eyed" skinks because the spots kind of look like eyes. They are also sometimes referred to as "Barrel Skinks."
I have kept several of these lizards over the years and I really like them. They are sand "swimmers" and will only do well in a sandy substrate. I still put rocks and other furniture in with them because they will spend some time exploring the habitat, usually in the early morning hours.
They are not picky eaters and will eat most varieties of insects. I also had a couple that fed on some fruits as well. They are long-lived which is also a plus for keeping them. I had a couple of them for nearly twelve years and they were adults when I got them.
They also have live babies, usually between three and five. The babies look just like their parents.
The lizard in the picture looks similar to a group that I had about twelve years ago. They came from farther north in the range away from the usual collecting areas.
Hope this info helps
Have a Great Day!!!


   

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