Species Reptiles & AmphibiansPrairie Skink

Prairie Skink

Plestiodon septentrionalis

CommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Prairie Skink (Plestiodon septentrionalis)

The Prairie Skink is a nimble creature, often seen darting through grasslands. It exhibits seasonal striping that provides effective camouflage amid prairie vegetation.

Habitat
Found in open grasslands and areas with loose, sandy soil.
Diet
Eats insects, spiders, and occasionally small vertebrates.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Prairie Skink

The best time to see a Prairie Skink is April–July, when about 69% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,160 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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