Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink
IntermediateAn Indonesian blue tongue skink. Often smaller and darker than Australian species.
Dificultad
Intermediate
Temperatura
25〜32℃
Esperanza de vida
15-20 years
Tamaño
40-55cm
Humedad
40〜70%
Dieta
Omnivore (Vegetables, Fruits, Insects)
Acerca de
The Irian Jaya blue-tongued skink is a population of blue-tongued skink (Tiliqua scincoides) from the Indonesian province of Papua (formerly Irian Jaya). It is generally considered a regional variant rather than a fully separate species. Compared to Australian populations, Irian Jaya individuals tend to be somewhat smaller (adults 40–55 cm), darker in overall coloration, and may show less distinct banding. Like all blue-tongued skinks, they display the species' characteristic blue tongue as a defensive bluff. They are omnivorous, eating vegetables, fruits, insects, and small animals, and are regarded as docile and handleable. Care is similar to Australian blue-tongued skinks: a basking spot of around 33°C, a cool retreat at 25°C, moderate humidity, and a varied diet are the key requirements.
Información básica
Origen
Indonesia, Irian Jaya (Papua province)
Esperanza de vida
15-20 years
Tamaño
40-55cm
Temperatura
25〜32℃
Humedad
40〜70%
Dieta
Omnivore (Vegetables, Fruits, Insects)
Guía de cuidado
Housing
90cm+ enclosure with hides
Temperature
Hot spot 33°C, cool side 25°C
Feeding
Vegetables and animal protein at 7:3 ratio
Notes
Great individual variation in personality
Irian JayaBlue TongueIndonesiaOmnivore
Preguntas frecuentes de Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
La temperatura ideal para Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink es 25〜32℃. La humedad recomendada es 40〜70%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink es 15-20 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink típicamente alcanza 40-55cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink se alimenta de: Omnivore (Vegetables, Fruits, Insects). Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink?
A
El precio de Irian Jaya Blue Tongue Skink varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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