{"product_id":"emerald-tree-skink-lamprolepis-smaragdina","title":"Emerald Tree Skink (Lamprolepis smaragdina)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eEmerald Tree Skink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eLamprolepis smaragdina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"255\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Tree Skink, Green Tree Skink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"380\"\u003e8–10 inches (20–25 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e in total length, with the tail making up more than half their length. They are slim, lightweight, and highly agile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Tree Skinks are known for their vivid green coloration, which can range from bright emerald to yellow-green or even turquoise tones depending on locality and individual genetics. Some specimens show scattered darker speckling or faint lateral striping. Their bodies are slender with smooth, shiny scales, long limbs, and a tapering tail well suited for arboreal movement. Juveniles may appear brown or duller green, gaining brighter colour as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Widespread across Southeast Asia and Oceania, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species inhabits tropical rainforests, mangroves, coconut plantations, gardens, and forest edges. They are strongly arboreal and often found on tree trunks, shrubs, and foliage exposed to dappled sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Tree Skinks are diurnal, fast, and highly active. They are social compared to many lizards and can often be observed basking or interacting within small loose groups in the wild. Their diet consists of insects, spiders, small invertebrates, and occasional fruit. When threatened, they flee upward into foliage, relying on speed and jumping ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1726\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a vertically oriented enclosure at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e24 inches × 18 inches × 24 inches (60 × 45 × 60 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a single adult or small group. Include numerous climbing branches, bamboo poles, cork rounds, and dense live or artificial plants. Vertical and diagonal perches are essential for natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eBasking area: 90–95°F (32–35°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eAmbient temperature: 78–85°F (26–29°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eNight temperatures: 70–75°F (21–24°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eMaintain humidity at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e with daily misting. Provide well-ventilated but moist microhabitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide strong full-spectrum lighting with moderate UVB (5–10%). Bright lighting encourages natural activity and supports healthy colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer a varied insect diet including crickets, roach nymphs, black soldier fly larvae, small mealworms, silkworms, and occasional soft fruit (mango, papaya, berries). Supplement insects with calcium frequently and multivitamins weekly. Juveniles require daily feeding; adults may be fed every 1–2 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Tree Skinks are extremely active and curious. They display natural climbing, jumping, and exploratory behaviours when provided with ample vertical space. They generally do not tolerate much handling but become confident display animals with consistent care. They may thrive in small groups if ample space and visual barriers are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003e• Ensure secure enclosure doors — they are quick escape artists.\u003cbr data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3262\"\u003e• Provide varied perches to encourage natural movement.\u003cbr data-start=\"3317\" data-end=\"3320\"\u003e• Live plants help stabilize humidity and give visual security.\u003cbr data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e• Handling should be minimal due to their speed and stress sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3462\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3755\"\u003eThe Emerald Tree Skink belongs to the family Scincidae, known for smooth-scaled, fast-moving lizards. \u003cem data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003eLamprolepis smaragdina\u003c\/em\u003e is among the most arboreal skinks, adapted for life in dense tropical foliage with strong climbing ability and bright, leaf-mimicking coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3760\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3779\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3781\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003eThere are no recognized morphs for the Emerald Tree Skink. 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