Linnaeus' Lance Skink
Acontias orientalis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyScincidae (Skinks)
- GenusAcontias
- SpeciesAcontias orientalis (Linnaeus' Lance Skink)
12 Verified sightings at Garden Route National Park From 2019 to 2026
54 Verified sightings across all 2 parks From 2019 to 2026
November Best month highest sighting rate
☀️ Diurnal When it's spotted during daytime hours (6am–6pm)
About the Linnaeus' Lance Skink
Acontias orientalis, the Eastern striped blindworm or Eastern Cape legless skink, is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. It is endemic to South Africa. Burrowing species, discovered in coastal regions and sediment-rich soils within inland valleys, thriving in environments ranging from moderately moist to somewhat arid conditions. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Linnaeus' Lance Skink in Garden Route 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 | Addo Elephant National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa | |
| 2 | Garden Route National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Linnaeus' Lance Skink in Garden Route National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Linnaeus' Lance Skink sighting in Garden Route National Park, based on 12 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Linnaeus' Lance Skink in Garden Route National Park?
November has the highest sighting rate for Linnaeus' Lance Skink in Garden Route National Park in our monthly data.