It is interesting that the blue tail color seems to serve two functions, to divert the attack of a predator to the tail instead of the head, and likely to warn predators that the lizard is toxic. Cats in particular have been reported to be affected by a toxin if they eat these lizards. Again, avoid the use of succulents to minimize your yard’s ratings on. Also, keep your lawn and shrubs trimmed to reduce cover. Remove any standing water to eliminate insect breeding grounds. This has been considered a foolish country legend until recently when it has been shown that these skinks, while not venomous, are indeed toxic if eaten by a predator. Stick to sodium vapor or yellow lights at night, if any, to avoid attracting moths and other insects. Now the adult males of some species of skinks have long been considered venomous by rural folk who called them scorpions. In this video you can see how the blue tail on a juvenile skink stands out when the lizard moves, especially when it uses its stripes to blend into the. The tail will re-grow but it is not the same structure. If you or a predator grabs them by the tail it breaks off and continues to wriggle, attracting the attention of the attacker while the lizard escapes. Most of you have likely seen these skinks when they are active foraging on the surface or even in trees. Juveniles have bright blue tails and adult males can have blue tails that are not so bright (see photo). These are probably all different sexes and ages of the southeastern five-lined skink. Bear in mind that a dirty and messy house invites lizards, as it provides both hiding places and food for them. This can be done by simply keeping your house clean. Look at the photo of one such bucket trap and you will see 3 skinks that were caught. To prevent lizards from entering your home, you must make them feel unwelcome.
This pitfall trap collects things such as lizards which are otherwise hard to catch. In addition I bury a bucket in the ground up to the edge and put a piece of plywood over the top. Pennsylvania Herp Identification is an educational tool for the public on the reptiles and amphibians found though out Pennsylvania. To observe this hidden life of the leaves and soil I put out pieces of plywood on the ground and occasionally pick them up and see what is underneath.
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