Saproscincus mustelinus (Weasel Skink)

Common name: Weasel Skink. SVL: 45mm; Total length 145mm

Weasel Skink is one of twelve skinks found in the genus Saproscincus in Australia; they are sometimes referred to as shade skinks. They belong to the Hemiergis Group of skinks.

Weasel Skink is a coppery brown with darker flecks on the back. The under surface is cream. It has a prominent lighter spot below and immediately behind the eye.  The tail colour is similar to the back, but with a short, paler, dark edged streak starting immediately in front of the hind limb and continuing onto the upper section of the tail.

Saproscincus mustelinus is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands  |  Southern Highlands  |  South Coast

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