Prehensile Tailed Skink
Scientific name
Corucia zebrata
Lifespan
15-25 years in captivity
Range
Prehensile tailed skinks are native to the Solomon islands. They are an arboreal lizard, meaning they live in trees and rarely descend to the ground.
Diet
Prehensile tailed skinks are completely herbivorous eating a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and greens.
Social Structure
Prehensile tailed skinks live in social groups called "circuli".
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Threats in the Wild
Habitat loss and illegal capture for the pet trade are a major concern.
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