Status : Common

Interesting Facts: The Bowring's Supple Skink is one of the smallest skinks found in Singapore. It is secretive and inhabits leaf-litter. However, sometimes it can be seen basking itself on concrete path or near the edge of the garden. This species of skink has tiny little legs.

Size:Total length up to 12cm

Diet: Small invertebrates

Activity: Diurnal, burrowing, terrestrial, many live among leaf litter.

Habitat: Forest habitats, sometimes in gardens and parks.

Threats: Habitat destruction.

References: A Guide to the Amphibians & Reptiles of Singapore - Kelvin K P Lim

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