Common Name Flexiseps ornaticeps Scientific Name Flexiseps ornaticeps Habitat Flexiseps ornaticeps, commonly known as the ornate skink, primarily inhabits diverse regions across eastern Africa. This species thrives in rich, humid environments such as rainforests, where dense vegetation offers ample cover and abundant food resources. It is also found in temperate forests and savannas that punctuate […]
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Emoia aenea
The Emoia aenea, or metallic skink, is a vibrant lizard known for its iridescent scales and adaptability to various humid habitats, including tropical rainforests and coastal areas of the southwestern Pacific. Measuring 20 to 30 cm in length, it primarily feeds on insects and plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.
Cyclodomorphus maximus
Cyclodomorphus maximus, the largest skink, thrives in the coastal regions of eastern Australia, featuring a robust body that can reach up to 30 cm. This diurnal species is an opportunistic feeder, primarily consuming insects and small invertebrates, and plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.</p>