{"product_id":"emerald-tree-skink","title":"Emerald Tree Skink baby- Captive Bred","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"259\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-64bf6198-7fff-8242-694a-be675594c40f\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-64bf6198-7fff-8242-694a-be675594c40f\"\u003e Application to Purchase Required - live animal purchases require a review of your setup. After placing your order, a Customer Care Specialist will reach out to review your husbandry and habitat. Approval for purchase is NOT guaranteed and if denied, the order may be cancelled. Upon approval, you will receive a link to set up a shipping date for your live animal. All animals ship via Fed Ex overnight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Tree Skink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLamprolepis smaragdina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eDependent on the individual animal listed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) snout to tail length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"339\" data-start=\"336\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"364\" data-start=\"341\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize when shipped:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"365\"\u003eBaby: 4\"-5\"  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLineage: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese Emerald Tree Skinks are F2 captive bred offspring, produced from F1 parents originating from an established wild phenotype founding pair. These animals represent a well-established captive lineage and have been raised in a long-term breeding program focused on healthy, thriving animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-house testing\/treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"587\"\u003eHealthy body score \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"587\"\u003eClean fecal \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"587\"\u003eNo missing toes \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"737\" data-start=\"734\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"739\"\u003eDefining traits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"761\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"761\"\u003eBrilliant emerald green coloration with sleek, streamlined bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"819\"\u003eHighly intelligent and interactive lizard species known for curiosity and confidence around keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"894\" data-start=\"850\"\u003eExcellent climbers with strong adhesive toe pads and impressive jumping ability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"895\"\u003eDiurnal and highly active throughout the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"934\"\u003eNaturally social species that often thrive in compatible groups when given proper space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"934\"\u003eFamous for willingly interacting with humans and often choosing to perch directly on their keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"934\"\u003eAlert, fast-moving, and incredibly aware of their surroundings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"986\" data-start=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1012\" data-start=\"988\"\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1012\" data-start=\"988\"\u003eThis species can be considered as an intermediate level lizard. While Emerald Tree Skinks are generally hardy and personable, they are extremely active and require a large, well-planted arboreal enclosure with plenty of usable climbing space. Their speed and agility can make handling difficult for inexperienced keepers, but their outgoing personalities often make them one of the most rewarding reptile species to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eThese skinks do exceptionally well in properly structured social groups, provided there is adequate space, visual barriers, and multiple basking and feeding areas. They are highly intelligent and benefit greatly from enriched habitats with abundant climbing opportunities and live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003e8–12 inches total length as adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003eSlender-bodied with long tails and lightweight athletic builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1110\" data-start=\"1089\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiological niche: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eInsectivorous omnivore with occasional nectar treat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eDiurnal \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eHighly arboreal and active throughout all levels of the enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eExceptional climbers and jumpers that utilize branches, cork bark, and broad-leaved plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eSocial, inquisitive, and often interactive with keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eCan display dominance behaviors within groups if overcrowded or improperly structured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1160\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003eOceania and surrounding island regions including the Solomon Islands and Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1213\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup vs. Non-group housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eEmerald Tree Skinks are one of the few commonly kept lizards that can do exceptionally well in properly managed social groups when provided with sufficient space and environmental complexity. They are commonly kept as pairs or small colonies consisting of one male and multiple females.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eMultiple males are generally not recommended unless housed in extremely large, heavily structured habitats with established social dynamics and visual barriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eFun Fact: Emerald Tree Skinks are widely known for voluntarily interacting with humans and are one of the few reptiles that may actively seek out keeper interaction once established and comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1408\" data-start=\"1379\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrestrial vs. Arboreal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1472\" data-start=\"1409\"\u003eStrongly arboreal. This species utilizes vertical space constantly and benefits from large amounts of climbing structure, elevated basking zones, and dense foliage coverage. The more usable climbing area provided, the more natural behaviors you will observe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1477\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1524\" data-start=\"1505\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivarium Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1643\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1592\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eMinimum: 18” x 18” x 24” for a lone gecko. For a pair, a 24\"x24\"x36\" is the minimum size. If you are going with a troop, a minimum of a 4'x2'x6' is recommended. They require lots of space. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1592\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eBabies should not be housed in anything smaller than a 12\" x 12\" x 18\" enclosure initially, though rapid growth means upgrades are needed quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003eDaytime ambient: 75–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1725\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eBasking area: 90–95°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1726\"\u003eNight drop: 72–76°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1853\" data-start=\"1768\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1782\" data-start=\"1768\"\u003e70–90% humidity preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1853\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003eDaily misting recommended alongside strong ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1853\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-misting-systems\/products\/starter-mistking-misting-system-v-4-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMist king systems\u003c\/a\u003e go a long way with this species, they LOVE misting systems! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2099\" data-start=\"1866\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1866\"\u003eAppropriately sized live insects (crickets, roaches, black soldier fly larvae)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003eInsects should be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/gut-loading-insects\/products\/bug-grub-1-lb\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egut-loaded\u003c\/a\u003e and dusted with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/repashy-calcium-plus-3-oz-jar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecalcium\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/repashy-supervite-3-oz-jar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e multivitamin supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2099\" data-start=\"2035\"\u003eOccasional\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/food-for-reptile-diets\/products\/pangea-fruit-mix-with-insects-complete-gecko-diet-2oz-free-shipping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e fruit-based gecko diet\u003c\/a\u003e may be offered as enrichment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2183\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Terrarium Supplies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4025\" data-start=\"3981\" data-section-id=\"tc646b\"\u003eBio Dude's \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/bioactive-substrates\/products\/terra-firma-18-qt-bag\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTerra Firma substrate\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4025\" data-start=\"3981\" data-section-id=\"tc646b\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=leaf%20litter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLeaf litter\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/biodegradable-leaf-litter\/products\/the-bio-dude-compressed-sphagnum-moss-brick-150-grams\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4108\" data-start=\"4026\" data-section-id=\"3cmau4\"\u003eVertical cork bark tubes, ghostwood branches, and elevated climbing structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4167\" data-start=\"4109\" data-section-id=\"1ned8ka\"\u003eDense live plants with sturdy foliage and broad leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4240\" data-start=\"4168\" data-section-id=\"1cz2uqd\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/5-count-offset-bromeliad-sampler-pack\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBromeliads\u003c\/a\u003e and other \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/tropical-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etropical terrarium plants\u003c\/a\u003e for hydration opportunities and cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4241\" data-section-id=\"1u0jind\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-water-dishes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShallow water dish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4285\" data-start=\"4264\" data-section-id=\"1u7iimu\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/led-reptile-lighting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLED plant light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4321\" data-start=\"4286\" data-section-id=\"k48kca\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-heat-bulbs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLow-wattage basking heat source\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4375\" data-start=\"4322\" data-section-id=\"1a7pv36\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-and-amphibian-uvb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUVB lighting\u003c\/a\u003e — we utilize Arcadia 6% UVB in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4414\" data-start=\"4376\" data-section-id=\"cbq0r\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-thermostats-thermometers\/products\/vivarium-electronics-digital-thermometer-hygrometer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigital thermometer and hygrometer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4453\" data-start=\"4415\" data-section-id=\"kmw3ee\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-misting-systems\/products\/starter-mistking-misting-system-v-4-0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuality misting system\u003c\/a\u003e recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4453\" data-start=\"4415\" data-section-id=\"kmw3ee\"\u003eAbove-ground feeding dish like The Bio Dude's \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/collections\/reptile-feeding-ledges\/products\/bio-dude-lizard-ledge-green-w-2-magnets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLizard Ledge\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2539\" data-start=\"2536\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3977\"\u003eImportant Policies (Please Read Before Purchasing)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003eAfter purchasing, upload your habitat for approval \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/secure.na2.documents.adobe.com\/public\/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCSiTIJL5yJLLO7V08ZWED3E_aUlqeDjwmC-9xmLJGmZ4wKTZ8gIL6UedYDvdLUQRM\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eAfter approval, we will email you the animal purchase contract found \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/secure.na2.documents.adobe.com\/public\/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCSbygc0wGfvQL-kOQ9QR7nDUCMIdgMG9usf4t0D5bEMUGUwSLBbs7K6iBrYS_AAm0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eRead our Live Arrival Guarantee prior to purchasing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/pages\/perishable-and-live-animal-shipping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScheduling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe care about long-term success. All live animals require a scheduled shipping date set after the approval process.  \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo book your shipping day, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/calendar.app.google\/gEBNS6jJEuPxrYM28\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2869\" data-start=\"2866\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2909\" data-start=\"2871\"\u003eConservation \u0026amp; Additional Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2909\" data-start=\"2871\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/blogs\/lizard-caresheets\/emerald-tree-skink-bioactive-terrarium-setup-and-care-guide?srsltid=AfmBOoq5vU8Wh5eXzyX0c-up3DVW8TB8hEaMDHyH7Xy7iYSNKbKgf3ik\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEmerald Tree Skink Caresheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iucnredlist.org\/species\/195315\/211492595\" title=\"View on the IUCN List\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView Emerald Tree Skinks on the IUCN List\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bio Dude - Live Animals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45378516549818,"sku":"LA-EMTREESK","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1654\/9443\/files\/emeraldtreeskink1_71754ec0-9c04-4dff-9dbb-e1c4fc100e36.png?v=1778168832","url":"https:\/\/www.thebiodude.com\/products\/emerald-tree-skink","provider":"The Bio Dude","version":"1.0","type":"link"}