Discover the Lucasium steindachneri, also known as Steindachner's skink, a medium-sized, nocturnal skink native to southeastern Australia and New Guinea. With its smooth, shiny scales and remarkable tail regeneration ability, this insectivorous species thrives in temperate forests and savannas, playing a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.
Tag: skinks of New Guinea.
Glaphyromorphus fuscicaudis
Discover the Glaphyromorphus fuscicaudis, commonly known as the black-tailed skink, a slender, agile lizard inhabiting the lush rainforests of New Guinea, characterized by its striking yellow or cream stripes and distinctive black tail. This insectivorous species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by regulating insect populations and contributing to nutrient cycling.
Carlia bomberai
The Carlia bomberai, a vibrant skink found in the subtropical rainforests of New Guinea, is known for its agile climbing abilities and diet consisting mainly of small invertebrates. Classified as 'Vulnerable' due to habitat loss, this species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling insect populations.