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Striped Sun Skink Mabuya rugifera
 

 

Photograph by Norman Lim

 

Photo by K W Chan, taken at Pierce Reservoir Forest.

 

 

Status : Rare

Interesting Facts: Skinks are easily recognised by their modest size, generally smooth, supple bodies with small legs and overlapping scales covering the bodies, legs and tail. This particular species of skink is very rare.

Size: total length up to 18 cm

Diet: Small invertebrates

Activity: Diurnal, can climb trees well.

Habitat: Forest habitats

Threats: Habitat destruction.

References: A Photogrpahic Guide to Snakes and Other Reptiles of Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand - Merel J. Cox