Carlia ailanpalai is a species of skink, commonly known as the curious skink, in the genus Carlia. It is native to Papua New Guinea. It has been introduced to Weno Island and Guam.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Island Rainbow Skink being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Squamata
- Family
- Scincidae
- Genus
- Carlia
- Species
- Carlia ailanpalai
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