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Prairie Skink

Plestiodon septentrionalis

Taxonomy

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

About

The prairie skink (Plestiodon septentrionalis) is a species of skink endemic to the prairies east of the Rocky Mountains in North America. It is one of only five species of lizards that occur in Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

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