Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink
Simiscincus aurantiacus
VU
Vulnerable
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink
The orange-bellied burrowing skink (Simiscincus aurantiacus) is a skink. It is monotypic in the genus Simiscincus. It is endemic to New Caledonia.
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink?
The scientific name of the Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink is Simiscincus aurantiacus.
Is the Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink endangered?
The Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink sightings have been recorded?
1 observations of the Orange-bellied Burrowing Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
