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Fire Skink
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Fire Skink

Place of Origin and Range The fire skink, also known as the True Fire skink or Togo Fire skink, is a fairly large skink, native to tropical forests in Western Africa
Description The most unique aspect of the Fire Skink is its beautiful colours. Smooth, gold scales adorn the Fire Skink's back while red and black bars line its sides with a silver background. The males are, in general, larger and more colourful than females. They reach ten to fourteen inches on average and have sharp claws.
Morph Patterns Available Yes
Adult Size Can grow up to 12 in ( 30 cm)
Accommodation Variable as long as the substrate is not moist, and a bowl of water is readily available. They prefer high temperatures, up to 105–110 °F (41–43 °C) at their basking spot and 80 °F (27 °C) elsewhere in their habitat during the day.
Lifespan Can live 10 + years
Feeding / Diet Some of these lizards eat lots of fruits or vegetables, but most are entirely insectivorous. Like many reptiles, in captivity they must be provided a diet supplemented with extra calcium and a light source with a UVB radiation to reduce the risk of bone disorders.
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