The territorial male Rainbow Skink dosplays in open sunight areas to bring out the irridescent sheen of his scales to attract partners and deter compe
The territorial male Rainbow Skink dosplays in open sunight areas to bring out the irridescent sheen of his scales to attract partners and deter competitors. They will readily fight unwanted intruders
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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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