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Skinks
The most distinct group of lizards, skinks belong to the family Scincidae, the second biggest of the lizard families. Skinks are smooth shiny lizards with a conical head, a cylindrical body and a long, tapering tail.
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Can you put a folded sheet over the skinks tank to keep them warm at night?
no it will not make warm air
Is it legal to own a pet blue tongue skink in Washington dc?
Yes, it is legal to own a blue tongue skink in Washington, D.C., as they are not considered prohibited or restricted species. However, it's important to ensure that you comply with any local regulations regarding pet ownership and care. Always check for any updates or specific guidelines from local wildlife or animal control authorities before acquiring a skink.
Can you keep a skink in a container?
Yes, you can keep a skink in a container, but it should be a properly sized and well-ventilated enclosure that mimics its natural habitat. The container must provide adequate space for movement, hiding spots, and proper temperature and humidity levels. Additionally, it's essential to ensure that the enclosure is secure to prevent escape and to provide appropriate food and care for the skink's well-being. Regular cleaning and maintenance of the container are also necessary for the skink's health.
Stop, examine it thoroughly for a weak point, catch it (but not by the tail), and release. -------------------------------------------------- Answer be careful! your hand might stink.
What is the difference between a skink and a lizard?
A skink is a type of lizard while a lizard is a catch-all for Skinks, Iguanas, etc.
New Zealand skinks generally do not engage in aggressive behavior towards each other, as they are typically solitary reptiles. However, territorial disputes can occur, especially during mating season, which might lead to some aggression. In rare cases, larger skinks may prey on smaller ones if food is scarce, but such instances are not the norm. Overall, they primarily focus on foraging and avoiding predators rather than killing one another.
What environment do skinks like best?
Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, Crack Cocaine, LSD, Ecstasy,Opium, Marijuana, Psilocybin Mushrooms, PCP drugs and lots of it.
Why do skinks drop off there tail?
Skinks drop their tails as a defense mechanism known as autotomy. When threatened by predators, they can shed their tail to distract the attacker, allowing them to escape. The detached tail may continue to move, further diverting the predator's attention. This ability helps increase the skink's chances of survival, although they do eventually regenerate the lost tail, albeit with some differences in appearance.
Yes it has legs. They are vestigial (not fully formed) and practically useless.
Is a VivExotic Vivarium 55 okay for an adult Blue Tongue Skink?
Having just checked the size of the vivarium - that will be more than big enough !
Adult Blue-tongued Skinks grow to around 37cm - a VivExotic Vivarium 55 measures 140cm x 58cm x 69cm. LOADS of space for the Skink to roam around.
Good choice !
Is it illegal to own a blue tongue skink in AZ?
No. Why would it be? They aren't a very common find due to difficulty breeding them but not illegal at all they are a great pet!
Chevron Skinks eat many small insects in captivity but not much is known about what they eat in the wild. This is a true answer and it has been double checked with other resources
Does a skink have feathers scales or fur?
Skinks do not have any of those. They have scaly skin, which is quite different to scales. All snakes and lizards have scaly skin.
