These lizards are native to the open forest habitats of the Eastern United States. Immature Five-lined Skinks have bright blue tails and are often called Blue Tail Skinks.
Maximum size: 8.8”
Lighting: Full spectrum fluorescent UV
bulbs and a basking light are required.
Temperature range: Day 75°-92°F Night 65°-70°F
Food: Crickets and mealworms coated in calcium and vitamin powder.
Water: A bowl of clean water should
always be available.
Housing/Habitat: An aquarium equipped with
an under tank heating pad at one end, aspen or lizard litter substrate. Landscape to simulate an open forest habitat
with plenty of hiding places. Daily misting the substrate under the hiding
places until it is wet should keep them damp.