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Triodia Earless Skink

Hemiergis millewae

Classification

Family
Scincidae

Hemiergis millewae, commonly known as the Millewa skink or Triodia earless skink, is a species of Hemiergis lizards that is endemic to Australia. It is a specialist species, highly dependent on spinifex (Triodia scariosa) for food and shelter, and has only been observed in semi-arid Mallee woodlands of southern and eastern Australia. It is considered endangered throughout parts of its range.

Distribution

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