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Broad-headed Skink

Plestiodon laticeps

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Scincidae ›Genus: Plestiodon

About

The broad-headed skink or broadhead skink (Plestiodon laticeps) is species of lizard, endemic to the southeastern United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Broad-headed Skink?
The scientific name of Broad-headed Skink is Plestiodon laticeps.
What kingdom does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the family Scincidae.
What genus does Broad-headed Skink belong to?
Broad-headed Skink belongs to the genus Plestiodon.