tiabunna's photos with the keyword: Tiliqua scincoides

This is an Eastern Blue-tongue lizard. These are the largest members of the skink family and are found across eastern and northern Australia. This one was near my house. They can grow to about 600mm and are harmless, though capable of giving a substantial bite. Most usefully, they eat slugs and snails.

The only thing that has recently excited me more than finding this Common Blue-Tongue lizard ( Tiliqua scincoides ) in my garden was when my lovely and talented daughter restored my computer to full working status. I'm glad to say that I'm now back online, with a lot of catching up to do!

Bluetongues are very good garden residents, as they include garden pests such as snails and slugs in their diet.

A welcome and fairly regular visitor in our neighbourhood (another shot in a note)

Our first Eastern Blue-tongue Lizard of the season appeared in the yard yesterday. These are the largest member of the skink family. They are good to have around as they eat snails and such. Sadly, I wasn't able to get a shot with its tongue showing: maybe next time. :) I shall be away for about a week. It's likely that I will have little internet access, so please don't be surprised if you don't hear from me for a bit.