Discover the Plestiodon kishinouyei (Kishinouye's skink), a medium-sized skink native to East Asia known for its vibrant blue tail and adaptability to diverse habitats, including coastal scrublands and temperate forests. This insectivorous species thrives in subtropical climates, playing a crucial role in regulating insect populations while exhibiting fascinating social behaviors and minimal parental care after reproduction.
Tag: urban ecology
Margaret’s Ranee Mouse
Discover the intriguing world of the East Asian House Rat (<i>Rattus tanezumi</i>), a resilient rodent thriving in urban landscapes across East Asia. Learn about their fascinating behaviors, diverse diet, and rapid reproductive habits, as well as their vital role in the ecosystem. With their adaptability and intelligence, these rats are both a common sight and an essential part of the ecological balance in human-inhabited areas.