Discover the fascinating <b>Lerista chordae</b>, a small, slender skink native to Australia's temperate forests and grasslands, characterized by its smooth brown or grey body and nocturnal behavior. This insectivorous species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by regulating insect populations and contributing to soil health through its burrowing activities.
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Carlia rhomboidalis
Discover the Carlia rhomboidalis, or rhomboid skink, a small, agile reptile native to eastern Australia, characterized by its distinct rhomboidal scale pattern and a diet primarily of insects. This Near Threatened species thrives in moist woodlands and plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations.