Description

Looking for premium Blue-Tongued Skinks? This beautiful captive bred female New England Cunningham Skink is an outstanding choice for reptile enthusiasts seeking a hardy, intelligent, and attractive lizard. Raised with exceptional husbandry and feeding well on green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens, and mustard greens, she is healthy, active, and ready to become part of her new home.

The exact reptile shown in the photographs is the one you will receive. At Celestial Reptiles, every reptile is individually photographed so you can purchase with complete confidence. There are no stock photos—what you see is the exact animal that will be carefully shipped to you.

Blue-Tongued Skinks – Female New England Cunningham Skink

New England Cunningham Skinks are admired for their attractive appearance, hardy nature, and inquisitive personalities. Native to Australia, they are well known for their intelligence and ability to adapt well to captive environments when provided with proper care.

This female has been captive bred and carefully raised to ensure she is well established before joining her new home. Her healthy condition, calm temperament, and beautiful appearance make her an excellent choice for experienced reptile keepers and dedicated enthusiasts alike.

Whether you are expanding an existing reptile collection or purchasing your first skink, this premium female represents outstanding quality from a trusted breeder.

Habitat and Enclosure Requirements

Providing a properly designed enclosure is essential for maintaining a healthy Cunningham Skink.

A suitable habitat should include:

• Spacious enclosure with secure ventilation
• Appropriate UVB lighting
• Basking area with proper heat source
• Cooler retreat area for thermoregulation
• Natural rocks and climbing structures
• Multiple hiding places
• Fresh water available daily
• Clean substrate and enclosure furnishings

Maintaining correct temperatures and quality UVB lighting supports healthy digestion, proper bone development, natural activity, and successful shedding.

Feeding and Nutrition

This female New England Cunningham Skink is currently feeding well on:

• Green Beans
• Collard Greens
• Dandelion Greens
• Mustard Greens

A balanced feeding routine combined with appropriate supplementation helps maintain healthy body condition, strong bones, and long-term wellbeing.

Fresh water should always be available, and food should be offered as part of a varied and nutritionally balanced diet appropriate for the species.

Temperament and Handling

Cunningham Skinks are known for being alert, intelligent, and highly observant reptiles. With consistent, gentle handling and proper husbandry, they often become comfortable with routine interaction and develop into rewarding long-term pets.

Their curious personalities and active behaviour make them fascinating reptiles to observe while providing years of enjoyment for dedicated keepers.

Health and Husbandry

Excellent husbandry is the key to maintaining a healthy Cunningham Skink.

Providing proper UVB lighting, suitable temperatures, balanced nutrition, fresh water, and a clean enclosure will help support long-term health and natural behaviour.

Routine observation of appetite, activity, shedding, and overall body condition is recommended, along with veterinary care from an experienced exotic animal veterinarian when needed.

Because this skink has been captive bred and responsibly raised before being offered for sale, she has an excellent foundation for continued success in her new home.

Why Buy From Celestial Reptiles?

Celestial Reptiles is committed to offering premium captive bred reptiles with honest listings and exceptional customer service.

Every reptile we offer is:

• Captive bred
• Individually photographed
• Carefully maintained before shipping
• Accurately represented in every listing

The female New England Cunningham Skink shown in this listing is the exact reptile you will receive. Our commitment to transparency allows you to purchase with confidence, knowing exactly which reptile is joining your collection.

Whether you’re an experienced reptile keeper or adding your first skink to your collection, this premium Cunningham Skink offers exceptional quality, excellent health, and outstanding value.

Learn More About Blue Tongue Skink Care

Copy and paste these links into your product description:

Reptiles Magazine Care Sheets
https://reptilesmagazine.com/category/care-sheets/

The Spruce Pets – Skink Care Guide
https://www.thesprucepets.com/

MorphMarket Learning Center
https://community.morphmarket.com/

Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV)
https://arav.org/

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the exact skink I will receive?

Yes. The photographs show the exact captive bred female New England Cunningham Skink you will receive.

Is this skink captive bred?

Yes. Every reptile available from Celestial Reptiles is captive bred.

What does this skink eat?

She is currently feeding well on green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens, and mustard greens.

Is this a female Cunningham Skink?

Yes. This listing is for a female New England Cunningham Skink.

Is this species suitable for experienced keepers?

Yes. With proper housing, lighting, nutrition, and routine care, Cunningham Skinks are hardy reptiles that can thrive in captivity.

What is the price?

This captive bred female New England Cunningham Skink is available for $500.