kishinoue's giant skink (plestiodon kishinouyei) in Plestiodon kishinouyei inhabits dense forests with ample vegetation cover and access to sunlight.
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kishinoue's giant skink

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plestiodon kishinouyeiESA Categories -reptiles

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    kishinoue's giant skink, japanese skink

  • Regions

    Japan

  • Population

    Approximately 10,000 individuals

  • Habitat

    Plestiodon kishinouyei inhabits dense forests with ample vegetation cover and access to sunlight.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.1, and 5

Regions

Japan

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