Scientific name
Tribolonotus gracilis
Tribolonotus gracilis is a New Guinea skink. Its red eye rings and projecting scales explain its trade name. [1][2]
Origin
New Guinea; humid forest habitats. [1][2]
- Terrestrial
- Forest-dwelling
- Crepuscular
- Insectivorous
At a glance
Tribolonotus gracilis is a New Guinea skink. Its red eye rings and projecting scales explain its trade name. [1][2]
| DOCUMENTED SIZE | 20–25 cm Chicago Exotics gives approximately 20–25 cm; the measurement convention is unspecified. [1] |
|---|---|
| LIFESPAN | 8–10 years 8–10 years reported by Chicago Exotics; a descriptive guideline, not an individual guarantee. [1] |
| LIFESTYLE | Crepuscular Mainly terrestrial and active at dusk, with climbing ability. [1] |
Adult size
Chicago Exotics gives approximately 20–25 cm; the measurement convention is unspecified. [1]
Lifespan
8–10 years reported by Chicago Exotics; a descriptive guideline, not an individual guarantee. [1]
Lifestyle
Mainly terrestrial and active at dusk, with climbing ability. [1]
Housing
ENVIRONMENT AND LAYOUT
Litter and shelters — Refuges and plant cover at ground level; a shallow pool, without forcing full immersion. No dimensional minimum retained in this review. [1]
Refuges and plant cover at ground level; a shallow pool, without forcing full immersion. No dimensional minimum retained in this review. [1]
Care parameters
DAYTIME AIR
24–26 °C — Rounded conversion of the veterinary sheet's 75–78 °F. [1]
HEATING ZONE
27–28 °C — Localised area; do not heat the whole tank to this value. [1]
Humidity
70–90 % — Clinic guideline, to combine with suitable ventilation. [1]
Daytime air
24–26 °C [1] Rounded conversion of the veterinary sheet's 75–78 °F.
Heating zone
27–28 °C [1] Localised area; do not heat the whole tank to this value.
Humidity
70–90 % [1] Clinic guideline, to combine with suitable ventilation.
Feeding
FEEDING
Varied, suitably sized insects fed before offering. [1]
Observe without provoking defence
A disturbed animal may vocalise, lose its tail or become motionless while feigning death. These described reactions must not be sought during handling. [1]
Feeding
The veterinary sheet suggests varied, suitably sized insects fed before offering. Remove remaining prey and monitor what is actually consumed. [1]
Profile limitations
The parameters above come from a clinical reference; they do not replace a plan adapted to the animal's age and condition. No cohabitation rule or incubation temperature is inferred here.
Checklist
- Verify the animal's identity and origin before acquisition.
- Prepare housing and check measurements before arrival.
- Keep contact details for a veterinarian familiar with this group.
Observations to record
- Meals offered and actually consumed
- Weight, size and body changes
- Environmental measurements and maintenance
- Behaviours, observations and dated events
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Sources
Document-based overview; not a substitute for veterinary advice.
- Chicago Exotics — Red-eyed Crocodile Skink Care
Source accessed - The Reptile Database — Tribolonotus gracilis
Source accessed