Spotted
Skink - Oligosoma lineoocellatumThe
Spotted skink thought to be extinct from the Christchurch area was found in the
grounds of Orana Park in 2004. It was last reported on the Port Hills in 1950
and at McCain's Island near Orana Park in 1980. The one found at Orana Park appeared
to be pregnant and was 21cm long. It is listed as in gradual decline. |