Centralian Blue-tongued Lizard - profile

Indicative distribution

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The areas shown in pink and/purple are the sub-regions where the species or community is known or predicted to occur. They may not occur thoughout the sub-region but may be restricted to certain areas. ( click here to see geographic restrictions). The information presented in this map is only indicative and may contain errors and omissions.

Scientific name: Tiliqua multifasciata

Conservation status in NSW: Vulnerable

Commonwealth status: Not listed

Profile last updated: 01 Dec 2017

Description

Robust grey skink with numerous orange-brown crossbands traversing the body.

Distribution

Known only from the north-west corner in Sturt National Park.

Habitat and ecology

This terrestrial species is both diurnal and nocturnal.
Inhabits dunes, swales, plains and inland hills, usually where there is an abundance of sandy or stony ground. In NSW it is probably restricted to Triodia habitat on red sands.
Diet includes insects, carrion and vegetation.

Regional distribution and habitat

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Simpson Strzelecki Dunefields

Threats

Excessive grazing pressure by herbivores degrades habitat.
Fire harms suitable habitat at least temporarily.
Predation by foxes and cats could be significant on a local scale.

Recovery strategies

A Saving Our Species conservation project is currently being developed for this species and will be available soon. For information on how you can contribute to this species' recovery, see the Activities to assist this species section below.

Activities to assist this species

Control of vertebrate pest populations, e.g. goats, foxes, cats and rabbits
Apply appropriate fire regimes which ensure natural succession and allow a mosaic of unburned areas to persist.
Reduce or exclude grazing in some areas to allow habitat regeneration
Retain grasslands, including the full cycle of grass development such a seed set and tussock formation.
Retain stick and leaf litter.
Retain understorey shrubs.
Retain fallen logs and branches as habitat for this species
Maintain exfoliating and soil surface rocks in the area of concern.
Maintain Triodia (spinifex or porcupine grass) in the area.
Report any new sightings to the DEC.

Information sources

Cogger, H.G. (2000) Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia. 6th Edition. (Reed New Holland, Sydney)
Swan, G., Shea, G. and Sadlier, R. (2004) A Field Guide to Reptiles of New South Wales. (Reed New Holland, Sydney)

IBRA Bioregion	IBRA Subregion	Known or predicted	Geographic restrictions region

Other State	QLD	Known	None
Other State	SA	Known	None
Simpson Strzelecki Dunefields	Strzelecki Desert	Known	Sturt National Park

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