Alpine Punjab Skink
Eurylepis taeniolata
About the Alpine Punjab Skink
Eurylepis taeniolata, the ribbon-sided skink, alpine Punjab skink, or yellow-bellied mole skink, is a species of skink found in Central Asia, South Asia, and West Asia. It is the type species of the genus Eurylepis.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Alpine Punjab Skink?
The scientific name of the Alpine Punjab Skink is Eurylepis taeniolata.
How many Alpine Punjab Skink sightings have been recorded?
15 observations of the Alpine Punjab Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.
15
observations on iNaturalist
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