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| Photo by Eric Williams |
Ground Skink |
Scincella lateralis |
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| Photo by Eric Williams |
| Description:
The Ground Skink ranges in size from 3-5.5 inches. Coloration is
brown with a dark stripe running along each side of the body. The
area on the back between the stripes is a lustrous brown. Belly is
usually whitish.
Habitat: Found under leaf litter or decaying wood in woodlands or open areas. Behavior: The Ground Skink has a clear patch in its lower eyelid, allowing it to see when the eyes are closed. |
| Daviess County Audubon Society |
