Western Skink
Plestiodon skiltonianus
About the Western Skink
The western skink (Plestiodon skiltonianus) is a species of small, smooth-scaled lizard with relatively small limbs. It measures about 100 to 210 mm (about 4 to 8.25 inches) in total length (body + tail). It is one of five species of lizards in Canada. They spend much of their day basking in the sun. Their diet ranges widely, including spiders and beetles. Western skinks will bite if grasped and will flee if they feel threatened. It is...
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 10,232 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Western Skink?
The scientific name of the Western Skink is Plestiodon skiltonianus.
How many Western Skink sightings have been recorded?
10,232 observations of the Western Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.
10,232
observations on iNaturalist
