Blue-Tongued Skink

Book excerpt: For a variety of reasons, blue-tongued skinks (Tiliqua spp.) are very popular pets among reptile enthusiasts. They're not only exquisitely patterned lizards who exhibit a number of unusual adaptations and behaviors, they're also relatively docile lizards, who don't mind interacting with their keepers. But while blue-tongued skinks are normally easy to care for, it is important to learn as much as you can about their biology, way of life and the habitats from which they hail to guarantee they thrive in your hands. Inside, you will find all of the knowledge you need to care for a pet blue-tongued skink and ensure he enjoys a long and healthy life. By incorporating the lessons presented here and doing your best to remain observant of your new pet, success should be within your reach. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental professor and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Covered in this book: - Acquisition - Anatomy - Breeding -Behavior - Biology - Captive Considerations - Description -Daily Care - Diet - Ecology - Enclosure - Health - Husbandry - Lighting - Interaction - Maintenance - Monitoring - Myths and Misunderstandings - Taxonomy - The ideal environment .... and much more