Subphylum Vertebrata | Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Suborder Sauria/Lacertilia Rank Species | |
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Similar Chalcides colosii, Chalcides lanzai, Chalcides mauritanicus, Chalcides minutus, Many‑scaled cylindrical skink |
Etymology
The specific name, ebneri, is in honor of Austrian entomologist Richard Ebner (1885-1961).
Conservation status
C. ebneri is only found in two small locations and has not been sighted since 1970. It is threatened by some agricultural practices and habitat loss, and populations presumably continue to decline.
Habitat
C. ebneri is found in rocky areas near grassy ground cover.
Reproduction
The females of C. ebneri give birth to live young.
References
Chalcides ebneri Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA