Ctenotus helenae


Ctenotus helenae, also known commonly as the clay-soil ctenotus, is a species of skink, a lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to Australia.

Etymology

The specific name, helenae, is in honour of Helen Louise Pianka who was married to American herpetologist Eric R. Pianka.

Geographic range

Within Australia, C. helenae is found in Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.

Habitat

C. helenae is found in wide variety of habitats including forest, shrubland, grassland, and desert.

Behaviour

C. helenae is terrestrial and diurnal.

Reproduction

C. helenae is oviparous.