Egernia epsisolus
Eastern Pilbara Spiny-tailed Skink
Egernia epsisolus is an Australian skink that lives in small social groups. Easy to keep, it enjoys multiple hides, warm rocks and a varied diet.


General Characteristics

Egernia epsisolus, known in English as the Eastern Pilbara Spiny-tailed Skink, is a diurnal, terrestrial and semi-fossorial skink from the arid rocky habitats of the Pilbara region in Western Australia. A member of the Scincidae family, it displays a rare social behaviour in reptiles, living in stable family units. Hardy and calm, it adapts well to captivity when maintained correctly.It is viviparous, giving birth to fully formed young. Still uncommon in European collections, it remains a discreet but fascinating species for enthusiasts of Australian reptiles.
Egernia epsisolus
No known morphs.
Western Australia (Pilbara region), rocky and lightly wooded environments.
Social and calm, lives in small family groups.
Around 20 to 25 cm
Approx. 100 to 150 g
20+ years in captivity
Omnivorous: insects, plant matter.









