Plague skink (3/32)

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A plague skink basking in sunlight. This invasive species, introduced from Australia, can reach high densities and is often seen in large numbers in warmer parts of New Zealand.

Scientific name
Lampropholis delicata
Common names
Plague skink, Australian skink; rainbow skink
Location
Whitianga, Waikato, New Zealand
Photo ID
28248