Lygisaurus macfarlani

Lygisaurus macfarlani, also known commonly as the translucent litter-skink,^[2] and MacFarlan's skink,^[3] is a species of lizard in the subfamily Eugongylinae of the family Scincidae. The species is native to northeastern Australia and Papua New Guinea. ^[2]

Lygisaurus macfarlani
Conservation status
Least Concern  (IUCN 3.1)[1]
Scientific classification
Domain:	Eukaryota
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Reptilia
Order:	Squamata
Family:	Scincidae
Genus:	Lygisaurus
Species:	L. macfarlani
Binomial name
Lygisaurus macfarlani (Günther, 1877)
Synonyms
Carlia macfarlani Günther, 1877

Etymology

The specific name, macfarlani, is in honor of English missionary Samuel Macfarlane (1837–1911).^[3]

Description

Adults of Lygisaurus macfarlani have an average snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 3.7 cm (1.5 in). The lower eyelid has a small transparent disc. There are usually six upper labials.^[4]: 404

Geographic range

In Australia, Lygisaurus macfarlani is found in Northern Territory^[1] and Queensland.^[1][2] In Papua New Guinea, it is found in the Trans-Fly region and around Port Moresby.^[1]

Habitat

Lygisaurus macfarlani occurs in a variety of natural habitats, including forest, savanna, shrubland, and grassland.^[1]

Behavior

Lygisaurus macfarlani is terrestrial and diurnal.^[1]

Diet

Lygisaurus macfarlani preys upon insects.^[1]