Reptiles and Amphibians Database .. detailed information | |
Copper-tailed Skink Ctenotus taeniolatus | |
Family : | "Skinks" Scincidae |
Description : | Body 65mm. With a pattern of longitudinal pale and dark stripes with a copper tip at the end of the tail. Shelters in crevices or under logs or rock slabs. |
Typical Habitat : | Coastal heathlands, woodland, parks and gardens. Mostly in rocky situations. |
Distribution : | East coast from Cape York to northern Victoria. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | locations seen (5) .. habitats seen (5) .. |
Sponsored by Townsville City Council |