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Parvoscincus kitangladensis
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Squamata
Genus: Parvoscincus
Common Name: Kitanglad mountain skink
Ecological Status: Philippine Endemic
About the Species:
Parvoscincus kitangladensis or the Kitanglad Mountain Skink has single black stripe that runs along their vertebra lined by white dots. Another set of stripes is also found on the upper portion of its flanks. This is endemic in the Philippines. In MHRWS, this species is usually observed in the low-lying vegetation near stream banks.
Reference:
Siler, C. (N.D). Parvoscincus kitangladensis. Encyclopedia of Life. Retrieved from
http://eol.org/pages/27518171/overview