Name

Scincidae

skink

Framing

Phylum: Chordata

Subphylum: Vertebrata

Class: Reptilia

Order: Squamata

Suborder: Lacertilia

Family: Scincidae

Habitat

Very diverse, depending on species

Feeding

Carnivorous. Predators of small invertebrates,

Distribution

Family with a worldwide distribution, on all continents except Antarctica.

Conservation status

From Least Concern (LC) to Near Threatened (NT)

Additional information

Reduced legs. Body elongated and circular in section. Smooth, shiny scales.