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New Zealand Grass Skink (Oligosoma polychroma)

New Zealand Grass Skink

Oligosoma polychroma

About the New Zealand Grass Skink

The common skink, Oligosoma polychroma, is a species of skink native to New Zealand. Although historically classified as a subspecies of Oligosoma nigriplantare, it is likely to be given separate species status as data suggests it is a distinct species.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the New Zealand Grass Skink?

The scientific name of the New Zealand Grass Skink is Oligosoma polychroma.

How many New Zealand Grass Skink sightings have been recorded?

3,282 observations of the New Zealand Grass Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.

3,282 observations on iNaturalist
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