Nannoscincus mariei


Nannoscincus mariei, also known commonly as the earless dwarf skink, is a species of lizard in the subfamily Eugongylinae of the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to New Caledonia.

Etymology

The specific name, mariei, is in honor of E.A. Marié, a French collector of natural history specimens in New Caledonia.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Nannoscincus mariei is forest, at altitudes of.

Behavior

Nannoscincus mariei is terrestrial and semi-fossorial.

Reproduction

Nannoscincus mariei is oviparous.