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Scincus hemprichii

Species of reptile From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Scincus hemprichii is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is native to the Arabian Peninsula.

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Etymology

The specific name, hemprichii, is in honor of German naturalist Wilhelm Friedrich Hemprich.[2]

Geographic range

S. hemprichii is found in Saudi Arabia and Yemen.[1][3]

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of S. hemprichii is sandy desert.[1]

Behavior

S. hemprichii is terrestrial and nocturnal.[1]

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of S. helmichii is unknown.[3]

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