The Blue-Tongued Skink calls mainland Australia home. As suggested by these common names, a prominent characteristic of this species is its large blue tongue that can be bared as a bluff warning to potential enemies. They are relatively large lizards (up to 45cm total length), light-bodied, short-limbed, broad with distinct heads and dull teeth.



The Blue-Tongued Skink is a ground foraging omnivore feeding on a wide variety of insects, gastropods, flowers, fruits and berries.



Blue-Tongued Skinks are very commonly bred in captivity and sold as house pets. They are relatively shy in comparison with other lizards, and also significantly slower due to their short legs.