Selangor Forest Skink

Sphenomorphus scotophilus

Sphenomorphus scotophilus is a species of small sized Skink from the family of Scincidae.
Spotted Forest Skink - Sphenomorphus scotophilus This small sized Skink was seen outside Madai Cave, it has lost its tail. The Spotted Forest Skink Sphenomorphus scotophilus, is an elusive lizard of primary or disturbed secondary forests to elevations of around 1000 metres. The species is considered uncommon, however the reality may be that its small size, camouflage and secretive habits simply make it hard to find. It is typically seen on shady, moss-covered rock outcrops, as well as adjacent tree trunks. Fall,Geotagged,Lizard,Madai,Malaysia,Sabah,Skink,Sphenomorphus scotophilus,Spotted Forest Skink

Appearance

The body and tail are slender, and the forelimbs and hindlimbs are equally long and slender. The background colour is medium brown, and the dorsum and flanks are patterned with cream and dark brown spots. The throat and belly are pale. The eye is of typical shape for a Sphenomorphus skink. The eyelids are pale, and the lower eyelid scaly. The lips are pale, flecked with dark spots.
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Distribution

The species ranges from southern Thailand, through Peninsular Malaysia, including Pulau Tioman, to possibly Sumatra. It has not been recorded from Singapore.

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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassReptilia
OrderSquamata
FamilyScincidae
GenusSphenomorphus
SpeciesSphenomorphus scotophilus
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Malaysia