{"product_id":"berber-skink","title":"Berber Skink","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBerber Skink\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEumeces schneiderii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berber Skink, Schneider's Skink, Berber Skink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e15–20+ years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocky, ground-dwelling lizard with a thick tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMales are generally larger and heavier than females.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏡 Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, secure \u003cstrong\u003eterrestrial vivarium\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult minimum around \u003cstrong\u003e120 × 60 × 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e; larger is preferable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a deep, dry substrate suitable for digging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide sturdy hides, cork, rocks and branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave plenty of open floor space for movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasking surface: 40–45°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm end: 30–35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool end: 24–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight: 18–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll heating should be thermostatically controlled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong \u003cstrong\u003eUVB (10–12%)\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright full-spectrum lighting for around \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 hours daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure shaded areas are available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally \u003cstrong\u003e30–50%\u003c\/strong\u003e with good ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the main enclosure relatively dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA slightly more humid hide can be provided when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🦗 Food\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmnivorous, with \u003cstrong\u003einsects forming an important part of the diet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer crickets, locusts, roaches, mealworms and other suitable insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults can also receive appropriate vegetables and occasional fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust insects with calcium and provide suitable vitamin supplementation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide fresh, clean water in a sturdy shallow bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace regularly, particularly if contaminated with substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐍 Shedding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin becomes dull before shedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide appropriate humidity and rough surfaces to help remove loose skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever pull retained shed from the animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🤲 Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan become very tame with patient, regular handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the body fully and avoid grabbing the tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow a new skink time to settle before beginning frequent handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e❤️ Health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor appetite, weight, activity and shedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect \u003cstrong\u003eUVB, calcium and temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e are important for preventing metabolic bone disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch for respiratory problems, parasites and obesity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧽 Cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot-clean faeces and uneaten food regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the water bowl clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace contaminated substrate and thoroughly clean the enclosure periodically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏠 Before You Bring Your Skink Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the vivarium and \u003cstrong\u003echeck all temperatures before introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave UVB, heating, hides, substrate and suitable food ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely guard all heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Important Bits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBerber Skinks are \u003cstrong\u003estrong, active lizards\u003c\/strong\u003e and need a spacious enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a \u003cstrong\u003ehot basking area and cooler retreat\u003c\/strong\u003e so the skink can regulate its temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can live for many years, so they are a long-term commitment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not house multiple males 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