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Corucia zebrata

Monkey Tailed Skink

Scientific Name: Corucia zebrata

Best Substrate for Solomon Islands skink prehensile-tailed skink monkey-tailed skink Corucia zebrata ReptiChip
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What Makes ReptiChip The Best Monkey-Tailed Skink Bedding

History/Facts

The Monkey Tailed Skink (Corucia zebrata), also known as the Solomon Island Skink, is the largest skink species in the world, with adults often reaching up to 32 inches (81 cm) in length. This arboreal species is notable for its prehensile tail, which it uses to grip branches while navigating the dense rainforests of the Solomon Islands. The tail functions almost like a fifth limb, providing the skink with excellent balance and stability in its tree-dwelling habitat. Unlike many other skink species, Monkey Tailed Skinks are primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, and flowers. Their slow, deliberate movements and social nature are also unique, as they tend to live in family groups, a behavior that is rare among reptiles.

In addition to their impressive size and social behavior, Monkey Tailed Skinks are fascinating for their reproductive method. They are ovoviviparous, meaning the females give birth to live young after developing eggs internally, which is unusual among reptiles. The gestation period lasts about six to eight months, and typically, only one offspring is born at a time. These skinks are also known for their long lifespans, living up to 20 to 30 years in captivity with proper care. Their strong bonds with their offspring and tendency to form small, stable social groups have earned them the nickname "prehistoric monkeys," reflecting both their ancient lineage and their communal nature.

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ReptiChip is made by monkey-tailed skink lovers, for monkey-tailed skink lovers. It’s what the pros use, and it’s what you can use, too.

Our product line includes BabiChip, RediChip, ReptiChunk, MicroChip, and more, so you can be sure to find the perfect monkey-tailed skink bedding for your pet.

Ready to switch to the ultimate monkey-tailed skink bedding? Check out ReptiChip today.

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Common Monkey-Tailed Skink Reptichip Questions

ReptiChip provides an ideal environment for your monkey-tailed skink by balancing cleanliness, comfort, and humidity. It's excellent for moisture retention, which is crucial for the well-being of many reptiles and amphibians. The substrate is also low in sodium and potassium, reducing the risk of mineral buildup that could harm your monkey-tailed skink.

Absolutely! While ReptiChip offers premium quality, it's priced affordably to be consumer-friendly. The substrate's durability and ease of maintenance also mean that you'll need to replace it less frequently, making it a cost-effective long-term choice for your monkey-tailed skink.

ReptiChip is known for its low tannin content, which means it won't stain your enclosure or your monkey-tailed skink. It's also excellent at odor absorption, keeping your living space fresh. This makes it one of the easiest substrates to maintain, allowing you more quality time with your monkey-tailed skink.

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