Montane Skink
Proscelotes aenea
About the Montane Skink
Proscelotes aenea, also known as the montane skink, is a species of lizard. It is endemic to Mozambique. Unrecorded for over a century, it was rediscovered near Lumbo in 2021 after scientists determined its type locality.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Montane Skink?
The scientific name of the Montane Skink is Proscelotes aenea.
How many Montane Skink sightings have been recorded?
3 observations of the Montane Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.
3
observations on iNaturalist
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