{"product_id":"white-eye-crocodile-skink","title":"White Eye Crocodile Skink","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"32\"\u003eWhite Eye Crocodile Skink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eTribolonotus novaeguineae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Eye Crocodile Skink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"132\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"209\"\u003e7 to 9 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e (18 to 23 cm) in total length, with a stout body and short tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The White Eye Crocodile Skink is a distinctive, armour-plated lizard with pronounced dorsal keels and a rugged, crocodile-like appearance. Unlike the more common Red Eye Crocodile Skink, this species lacks the red orbital ring, instead having pale or white skin surrounding the eyes. Their base colour is dark brown to black with lighter brown flanks. The head is angular, and the scales are heavily textured, contributing to their prehistoric look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Papua New Guinea and surrounding regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species inhabits humid forests, leaf-litter beds, mossy logs, and shaded riverbanks. They favour cool, damp microhabitats with deep cover and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Eye Crocodile Skinks are primarily crepuscular to nocturnal, shy, and secretive. They rely on dense cover for security and are known to vocalise softly when stressed or handled. They are not strong climbers and remain close to the forest floor. When threatened, they may freeze or curl their bodies defensively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1333\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide an enclosure measuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e36 × 18 × 18 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e (90 × 45 × 45 cm) for a single adult or a carefully supervised pair, ensuring ample hiding spaces. Furnish with a deep tropical soil substrate covered by leaf litter, moss, cork flats, bark tunnels, and low foliage. Visual barriers are essential for reducing stress. Cohabitation can be attempted \u003cstrong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003ewith caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally one male with one or more females, but only if the enclosure provides abundant space and hiding opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eAmbient daytime: 72 to 78°F (22 to 26°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eWarm spot (gentle): 80 to 82°F (27 to 28°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eNight temperatures: 68 to 72°F (20 to 22°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eHumidity: 70 to 90%, maintained with misting, deep substrate, and dense cover. Avoid stagnant, poorly ventilated humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide low to moderate full-spectrum lighting with low-intensity UVB (5%). They prefer dim conditions similar to shaded forest floors, so heavy plant cover or hides are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer a varied insectivorous diet including roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae, mealworms (sparingly), silkworms, earthworms, and isopods. All prey should be size-appropriate, gut-loaded, and dusted with calcium frequently, with multivitamins offered weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is shy and should be considered a display animal rather than handled. They thrive in quiet environments with dense hiding structure. When secure, they exhibit slow, cautious movement and natural foraging behaviour. Sudden disturbances may cause them to freeze or retreat quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"3241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2976\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2979\"\u003e• Avoid frequent handling—stress levels are high in this species.\u003cbr data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003e• Provide deep, moist substrate and abundant low hides.\u003cbr data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003e• Maintain high humidity with adequate airflow.\u003cbr data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003e• Monitor cohabiting individuals carefully—stress can occur if hides are insufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3243\" data-end=\"3246\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003eTribolonotus novaeguineae\u003c\/em\u003e is part of the unique New Guinea crocodile skink group, known for its heavily armoured appearance, vocalisations, and secretive behaviour. The “white eye” form is distinguished by the pale orbital area, setting it apart visually from the red-eyed species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3555\" data-end=\"3558\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3581\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3807\"\u003eThere are no recognised morphs for this species. Natural variation includes differences in body tone, scale texture, and eye-ring brightness, all of which represent typical individual variation rather than selective breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196220092738,"sku":"mhb1789650628016","price":133.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/white-eye-crocodile-skink_1.jpg?v=1789650631","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/white-eye-crocodile-skink","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}