Coal Skink

Plestiodon anthracinus

The Coal Skink is a secretive, dark-colored skink of rocky woodlands in the Appalachians and Ozarks. It is identified by the broad dark stripe bordered by four light stripes. Rarely seen due to its secretive nature.

Habitat

Rocky, wooded hillsides with abundant cover near seeps and streams

Diet

Insects, spiders, and small invertebrates

How common

Uncommon

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