Kingdom Animalia Subphylum Vertebrata Order Squamata Scientific name Chalcides guentheri | Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Suborder Sauria Rank Species | |
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Similar Bridled mabuya, Phoenicolacerta laevis, Chernov's skink, Anatololacerta danfordi, Schreiber's fringe‑fingered lizard | ||
chalcides guentheri g nther s cylindrical skink
Chalcides guentheri, or Günther's cylindrical skink, is a species of skink, which is endemic to the Near East.
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Etymology
The specific name, guentheri, is in honor of German-born British herpetologist Alfred Günther.
Geographic range
C. guentheri is found in Israel, Lebanon, and parts of western Jordan and Syria.
Habitat
C. guentheri is usually found in woody or shrubby areas and cannot live in modified habitats. Members of the species may be found burrowing in grasses.
Reproduction
Sexually mature females of C. guentheri give birth to an average of three live young.
Conservation status
C. guentheri is suffering under major habitat loss as a result of agriculture in the area, and its population is in decline. It is protected by legislation in Israel.
References
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