{"product_id":"pink-tongued-skink-cb-2026-cyclodomorphus-gerrardii","title":"Pink-Tongued Skink (CB 2026) | Cyclodomorphus gerrardii","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink-tongued skink is a climbing Australian lizard with banded markings and a distinctive pink tongue. This animal is listed as captive bred in 2026. Its snail-based diet and need for humid shelter make preparation especially important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEastern Australia; woodland and forest habitats.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 35–45 cm including the tail.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 15–20 years.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eActivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly active around dusk and at night.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupplied animal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaptive bred, 2026; confirm current size and feeding routine at collection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnclosure dimensions are length × depth × height. Plan for the adult animal and provide more space wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA well-ventilated enclosure of at least 120 × 60 × 90 cm for one adult, with usable floor space and secure climbing branches.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking area around 33–35°C; cool end around 22–25°C; night around 20–22°C. Use a suitable thermostat and digital thermometers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLighting \u0026amp; UVB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvide species-appropriate UVB and a regular day\/night cycle, with shaded retreats and safe lamp distances.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 60–70%, with a moist hide and good ventilation. Check a digital hygrometer and avoid persistently waterlogged surfaces.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSubstrate \u0026amp; furnishings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep soil-based substrate, leaf litter, ground hides, foliage and securely fixed branches that support the skink’s weight. Supply clean drinking water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouse individually. Allow the skink to settle before handling; approach gently from the side and support its body and feet. Never restrain it by the tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase feeding on appropriately sized, safely sourced feeder snails. Use suitable prepared snails or controlled feeder cultures, not wild garden snails that may carry parasites or pesticides. Offer other suitable invertebrates for variety where accepted. Growing juveniles usually need more frequent meals than adults. Confirm portions and calcium\/multivitamin use with our reptile team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck temperatures, moisture, food intake and behaviour daily. Replace water, remove waste and clean food dishes promptly. Monitor shedding and body condition, and consult an exotics vet if appetite or movement changes persist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare and test the enclosure before collection. Ask our reptile team to confirm this animal’s age, current food and supplement routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Animals Are Click \u0026amp; Collect Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Davy's Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55360929825095,"sku":"1142114","price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/Pink-TonguedSkinkCyclodomorphusgerrardii.jpg?v=1791584266","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/pink-tongued-skink-cb-2026-cyclodomorphus-gerrardii","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}