Tasmanian Tree Skink
Carinascincus pretiosus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyScincidae (Skinks)
- GenusCarinascincus (Coolskinks)
- SpeciesCarinascincus pretiosus (Tasmanian Tree Skink)
About the Tasmanian Tree Skink
The Tasmanian tree skink (Carinascincus pretiosus), also known commonly as the agile cool-skink, is a species of lizard in the subfamily Eugongylinae of the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to Tasmania and the Bass Strait islands. It is viviparous, and may be found in a wide variety of habitats, from tall forests to rocky coastlines. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Tasmanian Tree Skink in Freycinet National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maria Island National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia | |
| 2 | Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia | |
| 3 | Freycinet National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Tasmanian Tree Skink in Freycinet National Park?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Tasmanian Tree Skink sighting in Freycinet National Park, based on 13 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Tasmanian Tree Skink in Freycinet National Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for Tasmanian Tree Skink in Freycinet National Park in our monthly data.