Species Detail
Red-tailed Skink
Lizards

Red-tailed Skink

Plestiodon egregius

Habitat

Damp woodland and sand scrub

Range

Southeastern United States

Adult Size

4-5 in (10-13 cm)

Diet

Small spiders and insects

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Red-tailed Skink and how to gut-load each one before feeding.

Crickets

Recommended Foods
Collard greensMustard greensDandelion greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashBell peppersHigh-quality commercial cricket gut load
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Black Soldier Fly Larvae

Gut Loading Not Required

No gut loading required. Naturally high in calcium.

Dubia Roaches

Recommended Foods
Collard greensTurnip greensMustard greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashApplesOranges (occasionally)High-quality roach chow
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.