ENEndangered
Scree Skink
Oligosoma waimatense
Declining
Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scree_skink
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· majorRocky areas· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionResource & habitat protectionInvasive/problematic species controlSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservation
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Scree Skink classified as Endangered?
Scree Skink is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Scree Skink live?
Scree Skink occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Scree Skink?
The main threats to Scree Skink are 1.1, 10.2, 11.1, and 11.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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