Ocellated Skink
Ocellated Skink is a species of cylindrical bodied skinks that are very agile and spread throughout a wide range across several countries. They are considered to be a generalist species, being able to thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Family | Scincidae |
| Genus | Chalcides |
| Species | C. ocellatus |
| Scientific Name | Chalcides ocellatus |
| Other Names | Eyed skink, gongilo |
| Length/Size | 15 to 30 cm (6 to 12 in) |
| Body Coloration | Light brown base color with dark, patterned lines, dots and mottles |
| Range/Distribution | Greece, southern Italy, Malta, and parts of northern Africa, UAE, Israel, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and India |
| Habitat | Arid wild forest areas, farmlands, gravel deserts |
| Diet/Food | Insects, spiders, and small lizards, as also, their own young (cannibalism) |
| Breeding Season | Winter months |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 live young |
| Mode of Reproduction | Viviparous |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Near Threatened (IUCN 2.3) |
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Published on January 15th 2019 by staff under Skinks. Article was last reviewed on 10th January 2019.
