Lioscincus steindachneri

Lioscincus steindachneri, also known commonly as the white-lipped forest skink or Steindachner's ground skink, is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to New Caledonia.

Etymology

The specific name, steindachneri, is in honor of Austrian herpetologist Franz Steindachner.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of L. steindachneri is moist forest, at altitudes of.

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of L. steindachneri is unknown. It may be oviparous or viviparous.