Species Reptiles & AmphibiansFour-lined Skink

Four-lined Skink

Plestiodon tetragrammus

CommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Four-lined Skink (Plestiodon tetragrammus)

The Four-lined Skink is recognized by its four distinct stripes running down its back and a smooth, shiny appearance. A memorable fact is that it can lose its tail as a defense mechanism, which can regenerate over time.

Habitat
Found in a variety of habitats including forests and grasslands.
Diet
Insectivorous, primarily feeding on insects and small invertebrates.
How common
Common

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