Silvascincus murrayi (Boulenger, 1887)

Adult Size and Build

Adults of Silvascincus murrayi have an average snout-to-vent length (SVL) of approximately 11 cm (4.3 in), with a robust body build.

Dorsal Coloration

Dorsally, the species ranges from golden brown to coppery brown, with black scale edges and black flecks.

Flank Markings

Its flanks are black, marked with yellow dots and fine bluish white speckles.

Ventral Coloration

The ventral surface is pale yellow.

Geographic Distribution

Silvascincus murrayi is distributed in extreme eastern Australia, specifically in northeastern New South Wales and southeastern Queensland.

Preferred Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of this species is forest.

Reproduction

Its reproductive mode has been recorded as both viviparous and ovoviviparous, with litter sizes ranging from three to five neonates.