Description
Looking for premium blue-tongue skinks? This captive bred female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is an outstanding choice for reptile enthusiasts seeking one of the most intelligent, hardy, and rewarding lizard species available. Carefully raised with excellent husbandry and feeding well on a healthy diet of green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens, and mustard greens, this beautiful female is ready to become a valued addition to her new home.
The exact reptile shown in the photographs is the one you will receive. At Celestial Reptiles, every reptile is individually photographed, allowing you to purchase with complete confidence. There are no stock images—what you see is the exact animal that will be carefully shipped to you.
Blue-Tongue Skinks – Premium Northern Female
The Northern Blue Tongue Skink (Tiliqua scincoides intermedia) is one of the most popular pet skinks in the reptile hobby. Well known for its calm temperament, curious personality, and distinctive bright blue tongue, this Australian species is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced reptile keepers.
This female has been captive bred and raised with proper care to ensure she is healthy, active, and feeding consistently before being offered for sale. Her attractive appearance, sturdy build, and relaxed nature make her an excellent companion and a wonderful addition to any reptile collection.
Whether you are purchasing your first Blue Tongue Skink or expanding an existing collection, this Northern female offers premium quality and outstanding value.
Habitat and Enclosure Requirements
Providing a proper enclosure is essential for maintaining a healthy Blue Tongue Skink.
A suitable habitat should include:
- Spacious enclosure with secure ventilation
- High-quality UVB lighting
- Proper basking area with appropriate temperatures
- Cooler area for thermoregulation
- Multiple hiding places
- Clean substrate suitable for burrowing
- Fresh drinking water available at all times
Maintaining proper temperatures, lighting, and cleanliness helps support healthy digestion, natural behaviour, and overall wellbeing.
Feeding and Nutrition
This Northern Blue Tongue Skink is feeding well on:
- Green beans
- Collard greens
- Dandelion greens
- Mustard greens
A balanced diet can also include additional vegetables and appropriately selected protein sources as part of a varied feeding routine. Fresh water should always be available, and calcium and vitamin supplementation should be provided when appropriate.
Good nutrition plays an important role in maintaining healthy growth, strong bones, and excellent body condition.
Temperament and Handling
Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are widely recognised for their gentle, inquisitive personalities. With regular, calm handling, they typically become confident reptiles that tolerate interaction well and often recognise their keepers.
Their calm nature, combined with their impressive appearance, makes them one of the most recommended lizard species for responsible reptile ownership.
Health and Husbandry
Proper husbandry is the foundation of a healthy Blue Tongue Skink.
Providing quality UVB lighting, correct temperatures, a balanced diet, clean housing, and fresh water will help maintain long-term health and encourage natural behaviours.
Regular observation of appetite, activity levels, shedding, and overall condition is recommended, along with routine examinations by an experienced exotic animal veterinarian when necessary.
Because this skink has been captive bred and established before being offered for sale, she has an excellent foundation for continued health in her new home.
Why Buy From Celestial Reptiles?
At Celestial Reptiles, we are committed to providing premium captive bred reptiles with honest descriptions and exceptional customer service.
Every reptile we offer is:
- Captive bred
- Individually photographed
- Carefully maintained before shipping
- Accurately represented in every listing
The female Northern Blue Tongue Skink shown in this listing is the exact reptile you will receive. Our commitment to transparency ensures you know exactly which animal is joining your collection.
Whether you are looking for your first Blue Tongue Skink or adding another exceptional reptile to your collection, this captive bred female offers outstanding quality and excellent 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 – Blue Tongue Skink Care Guide
https://www.thesprucepets.com/blue-tongued-skinks-1236907
MorphMarket Learning Center
https://community.morphmarket.com/
Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV)
https://arav.org/
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the exact Blue Tongue Skink I will receive?
Yes. The photographs show the exact captive bred female Northern Blue Tongue Skink that will be shipped to you.
Is this Blue Tongue Skink captive bred?
Yes. Every reptile available from Celestial Reptiles is captive bred.
What does this Blue Tongue Skink eat?
She is currently feeding well on green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens, and mustard greens.
What species is this?
This reptile is a Northern Blue Tongue Skink (Tiliqua scincoides intermedia).
Is this species suitable for beginners?
Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are well known for their calm temperament and relatively straightforward care requirements, making them a popular choice for both new and experienced reptile keepers.
What is the price?
This captive bred female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is available for $400.
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