The female Rainbow Skink is totally different in appearance from the iridescent male. They are a good example of sexual dimorphism.
The female Rainbow Skink is totally different in appearance from the iridescent male. A good example of sexual dimorphism, the female and juveniles are more similar to Five-lined Skinks with the blue tail.
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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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