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Prairie
Skink Eumeces septentrionalis Length: 12-24 cm (5-9 in.) Habitat/Range: It is found in a band from Minnesota and western Wisconsin to eastern Texas. They prefer open grassy areas in savanna-like areas with scattered rocks. Eating Habits: This is a very secretive species and spends most of its day under rocks and other ground cover. They eat crickets, grasshoppers, treehoppers, leafhoppers, beetles, caterpillars, and spiders. |
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| This skink has three wide light tan stripes separated by two dark lines that run from head onto the tail. Also, there are three black or dark stripes found on each side. The abdomen is gray or tan without markings. | ||
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