Rare Canterbury spotted skink rediscovered near Christchurch
A Canterbury spotted skink not seen in over 50 years has been found near Christchurch, raising hopes for the endangered species.
A Canterbury spotted skink has been rediscovered near Christchurch after more than 50 years without a confirmed sighting. The find has given scientists hope that a new population of the nationally endangered reptile may be developing. Fewer than 1000 of the species are thought to remain.
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Rare Canterbury spotted skink rediscovered near Christchurch
Fewer than 1000 Canterbury spotted skinks are thought to remain.
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Rare Canterbury spotted skink rediscovered near Christchurch
A rare Canterbury spotted skink, not sighted in more than 50 years, has scientists hopeful it may mean the start of a new population for the nationally endangered reptile.