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Two-toed Earless Skink (Hemiergis quadrilineatus)

Two-toed Earless Skink

Hemiergis quadrilineatus

About the Two-toed Earless Skink

The two-toed earless skink (Hemiergis quadrilineata) is a common species of skink found in coastal south-western Australia. It is characterised by its long tail, an absence of ear-holes, shiny skin, yellow underside and short weak limbs, each of which with only two toes. It can grow to be over 10 cm in length, however the average size is approximately 7.5 cm. It also exhibits a snake-like movement, and due the small size and non-functionality of limbs in locomotion,...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Two-toed Earless Skink?

The scientific name of the Two-toed Earless Skink is Hemiergis quadrilineatus.

How many Two-toed Earless Skink sightings have been recorded?

488 observations of the Two-toed Earless Skink have been recorded on iNaturalist.

488 observations on iNaturalist
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