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Ground Skink / Little Brown Skink
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This skink is also known as the little brown skink. Unlike snakes, lizards usually have four legs, external ear openings, and movable eyelids. Instead of the snake's single row of ventral scales, lizards have several rows of scales on their undersides. |
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Ground Skink / Little Brown Skink
Scincella lateralis
At-a-Glance
• Peak Breeding Activity: January-August
• Typical Foods: insects and spiders
• Ohio Status: Species of Concern
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Description
The best field mark is the dark brown stripe, bordered by dark brown or black, running down the length of the back.
Habitat and Habits
This very small skink is limited to the extreme southern part of the state, where it seems to prefer open areas in or adjacent to woods. It may be found by turning over large stones and by sifting through fallen leaves. Although it is the least common lizard encountered in Ohio, a number have been reported in Scioto County.
Reproduction and Care of the Young
Ground skinks will lay a maximum of five clutches each season, with one to seven eggs laid per clutch. There is no parental care involved. |
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