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Skink

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Animal Category

Skink refers to a distinct group of lizards, not all lizards.

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While hiking, we spotted a skink, not to be confused with other lizards.
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Physical Traits

Emphasizes distinctive features like smooth skin and smaller legs.

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That skink's shiny skin helps it slip away from predators.
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Species Variations

There are many species of skinks, some are named by color or pattern.

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The five-lined skink is named for the stripes on its body.
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