Characterized by its slender body and longitudinal stripes, the Many-lined Skink spends much of its time among leaf litter, where its coloration offers excellent camouflage.
Habitat
Prefers forest edges, riverbanks, and rocky outcrops.
Diet
Diet consists of insects, spiders, and other small arthropods.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Many-lined Skink
The best time to see a Many-lined Skink is April–July, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 437 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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