This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American The Pink-tongued skink is large (up to 45 cm ...

When bluetongue skinks are attacked, they don’t curl up or run for cover. Instead, they stick out their vibrant tongues to scare away predators. This type of reaction, called a deimatic display, is ...

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Blue-tongued skinks are popular pets among reptile enthusiasts. They’re relatively small lizards that only grow up to 24 inches long. They’re docile and like to eat insects, fruits, and vegetables, so ...

Wali's blue tongue rapidly flickers in and out. She swivels her head toward the visitors, reptilian eyes bright. Wally is a northern blue-tongued skink. These Australian lizards display their azure ...

PINE KNOLL SHORES, N.C. — Have you ever wanted to name a dragon? The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores has two new female blue-tongue skinks, and they’re awful close to being little dragons ...