Ground Skink
Scincella lateralis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernReptilia · Scincidae
About
Scincella lateralis, formerly Lygosoma laterale is a small species of skink found throughout much of the eastern half of the United States, and into northern Mexico. The ground skink differs from the majority of North American lizard species in that it is generally considered a forest dweller. Common names for this species include the little brown skink and the ground skink. However, the common name, ground skink, may refer to any species in the genus Scincella.
Fun Fact
Smith, 1916) Scincella schmidti (Barbour, 1927) Scincella silvicola (Taylor, 1937) Scincella tsinlingensis (Hu & Zhao, 1966) Scincella vandenburghi (K.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in a variety of habitats, including deciduous or mixed deciduous/coniferous forests, hedgerows, palmetto hammocks, and the edges of streams and ponds.
Diet
Diet of the little brown skink consists of small insects, spiders, and other arthropoda, such as isopods.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance