Prehensile-tailed Skink

Corucia zebrata

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Reptilia · Scincidae

About

The Solomon Islands skink, also known as prehensile-tailed skink, monkey-tailed skink, giant skink, zebra skink, and monkey skink, is an arboreal species of skink endemic to the Solomon Islands archipelago. It is the largest known extant species of skink.

Fun Fact

Prehensile-tailed skinks are the only skinks to form lasting family units — parents and offspring live together for months and the group defends their territory cooperatively.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabiting the upper canopy of forested areas throughout its range.

Diet

Eats without ill effect.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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