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Yellow Striped Tree Skink Lipinia vittigera
 

 

Photographs by K W Chan

 

 

 

Status : Rare

Interesting Facts: A rarely seen skink, easily recognised by the bold black stripes that run across its body. This skink is an efficient climber, spends much of its time on tree trunks.

Size:Total length up to 10cm

Diet: Small invertebrates

Activity: Diurnal, arboreal.

Habitat: Forest habitats.

Threats: Habitat destruction.

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