Northern Blue Tongue Skink for Sale – Female

This female Northern Blue Tongue Skink for sale is available from Celestial Reptiles for $250. Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are among the largest blue tongued skinks and are recognized for their robust bodies, broad heads, sandy coloration, dark crossbands and vivid blue tongues.

This female accepts green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens as part of her feeding routine. Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are omnivorous, so these greens should be incorporated into a varied diet that also provides appropriate protein and other suitable foods.

Contact Celestial Reptiles to confirm current availability, request updated information or discuss eligible live animal delivery.

Female Northern Blue Tongue Skink Details

Common name: Northern Blue Tongue Skink

Alternative name: Northern Blue Tongued Skink

Scientific name: Tiliqua scincoides intermedia

Sex: Female

Price: $250

Availability: Subject to current inventory

Seller: Celestial Reptiles

Accepted plant foods: Green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens

The product photograph represents the individually listed animal. Buyers may request an updated photograph, current measurement or additional information before ordering.

About the Northern Blue Tongue Skink

The Northern Blue Tongue Skink is scientifically classified as Tiliqua scincoides intermedia. It is a recognized subspecies of the common Blue Tongued Skink and is native to northern Australia.

The Atlas of Living Australia species record identifies Tiliqua scincoides intermedia as the Northern Blue Tongued Skink.

The Smithsonian National Zoo Northern Blue Tongue Skink profile describes these skinks as heavily built reptiles with large heads, short legs and strong digging behavior.

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are primarily terrestrial. They frequently shelter under logs, debris and other ground cover, so captive housing should provide substantial floor space and secure hiding areas.

Northern Blue Tongue Skink Appearance

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks commonly display sandy, tan, cream or orange brown coloration with darker bands crossing the body and tail.

They have broad heads, thick bodies, sturdy limbs and tapered tails. The vivid blue tongue provides the defensive display responsible for their common name.

The Lincoln Park Zoo Northern Blue Tongue Skink profile notes that Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are among the largest skinks and may reach approximately 24 inches in length.

The exact size, coloration and markings of an individual animal can vary. Photography lighting and screen settings may also influence how colors appear online.

Female Northern Blue Tongue Skink for Sale

This Northern Blue Tongue Skink has been identified as female and is currently listed for $250.

Buyers seeking a female should review her individual appearance, accepted foods and care requirements before purchasing. Availability may change if the animal is purchased or reserved.

Contact Celestial Reptiles before ordering if confirmation that this exact female remains available is important.

Northern Blue Tongue Skink Price

The current price for this female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is $250. Any applicable live animal shipping charge should be confirmed separately unless otherwise stated during checkout or order confirmation.

Prices can vary according to age, sex, individual appearance, availability and background. The listed price applies specifically to the animal presented on this page.

Prospective owners should also budget for an appropriately sized enclosure, thermostat, heating and UVB equipment, hides, substrate, food, supplements and veterinary care.

The purchase price is only one part of responsible long term ownership.

Current Accepted Foods

This female is reported to accept green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens.

These foods provide useful information about the vegetables she currently accepts. They should be incorporated into a varied omnivorous diet rather than offered as her only foods.

Ask Celestial Reptiles about her complete current feeding routine before purchase. Continuing familiar foods during the adjustment period can help prevent sudden dietary changes immediately after relocation.

Northern Blue Tongue Skink Diet

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are omnivores and require suitable plant matter and animal protein as part of a varied feeding plan.

The Australian Museum Blue Tongue Lizard guide explains that Blue Tongue Skinks naturally eat a combination of plant and animal material.

The New South Wales Blue Tongue nutrition guide also describes Blue Tongue Skinks as omnivores that eat vegetables, vegetation and appropriate protein sources.

No single food provides complete nutrition. A feeding plan should account for the animal’s age, size, condition and established routine.

Feeding and Hydration

Food portions and feeding frequency should reflect the skink’s age, size and physical condition.

Fresh water should remain available in a stable dish. Water should be replaced regularly, and the dish should be cleaned before residue accumulates.

Food dishes should also be cleaned regularly. Uneaten perishable food should be removed before it spoils.

Calcium and vitamin supplementation should follow informed husbandry guidance. Supplements should not be applied randomly or in excessive quantities.

Safe Food Sources

Vegetables should be washed before use, and spoiled food should never be offered.

Wild insects, snails or slugs collected from gardens may have been exposed to pesticides, parasite treatments or other contaminants. Any animal based food should come from a safe source.

The Australian Museum warns that Blue Tongue Skinks may be poisoned after consuming snails or slugs exposed to snail bait.

Food sourcing is therefore an important part of responsible care.

Preparing a Northern Blue Tongue Skink Enclosure

A suitable enclosure should be completely prepared before bringing this female home. Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are large terrestrial reptiles that need substantial usable floor space.

The enclosure should provide secure housing, good ventilation, controlled heating, appropriate UVB lighting, multiple hiding places and access to clean water.

A properly prepared habitat should include a secure enclosure, thermostat regulated heating, reliable temperature measuring equipment, appropriate UVB lighting, a warm basking area, a cooler area, multiple hides, suitable substrate and a stable water dish.

The completed enclosure should be tested before the skink arrives. This provides time to correct environmental problems without placing the animal at risk.

Heating and Temperature Management

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks rely on environmental heat to regulate their body temperature. Their enclosure should provide an appropriate warm basking area and a cooler retreat.

Heating equipment should be controlled with a suitable thermostat. Temperatures should be monitored using reliable digital equipment rather than estimated by touch.

The enclosure should not be placed where it will experience uncontrolled drafts, frequent temperature changes or prolonged direct sunlight.

Heating and lighting equipment should be positioned safely to prevent direct contact or overheating.

UVB Lighting

Appropriate UVB lighting should form part of a properly planned indoor enclosure. The lighting system should follow a consistent day and night schedule.

UVB strength and placement depend on the enclosure design, distance from the basking area and whether mesh is positioned between the lamp and animal.

Follow the lamp manufacturer’s positioning and replacement guidance. UVB output declines over time even when the lamp continues producing visible light.

Hides and Substrate

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are strong diggers and frequently shelter beneath ground cover. Their enclosure should provide multiple secure hides and an appropriate substrate.

At least one hide should be available toward the warmer side and another toward the cooler side. Each hide should be large enough for the animal to enter comfortably.

Substrate should support natural movement and digging while remaining manageable to clean. Avoid sharp materials or pieces small enough to create unnecessary ingestion hazards.

Humidity and Ventilation

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks originate from northern Australian environments, but the enclosure still requires good ventilation.

Humidity should be measured rather than guessed. Substrate moisture and ventilation can then be adjusted according to reliable Northern Blue Tongue Skink guidance and the needs of the individual animal.

The enclosure should not remain stagnant or permanently waterlogged. Fresh water should remain available at all times.

Enrichment and Natural Behavior

A Blue Tongue Skink enclosure should provide more than an empty floor and water bowl. Hides, sturdy cork, safe ground cover and opportunities for exploration can make the habitat more functional.

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are strong diggers, so suitable substrate can support natural burrowing and exploratory behavior.

All furnishings should be stable and free from sharp edges or narrow gaps where the skink could become trapped.

Handling and Adjustment

A newly arrived Northern Blue Tongue Skink should be given time to settle into her enclosure before frequent handling begins.

When handling becomes appropriate, approach calmly and support the entire body. Blue Tongue Skinks have relatively heavy bodies and should not be allowed to dangle without support.

Never lift or restrain the skink by the tail. Handling sessions should remain gentle, controlled and close to a safe surface.

Every individual has a different temperament and adjustment period.

Responsible Long Term Care

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks can require a significant long term commitment. Prospective owners must be prepared to provide suitable housing, controlled heating, appropriate lighting, varied nutrition and veterinary care when required.

Regular observation helps owners notice changes in appetite, activity, shedding, body condition or behavior.

Medical concerns should be evaluated by a veterinarian experienced with reptiles. The Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians directory can help owners locate a reptile veterinarian.

Ordering from Celestial Reptiles

This female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is currently listed for $250. Availability may change, so buyers should confirm the animal before completing an order.

Contact Celestial Reptiles to confirm availability, request updated photographs, ask for current measurements, discuss her complete feeding routine or arrange eligible live animal delivery.

Live animal shipping depends on the destination, suitable weather and available transportation arrangements. Shipping should only be scheduled when conditions support the animal’s welfare.

Buyers are responsible for confirming that Northern Blue Tongue Skink ownership is permitted in their location.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is this Northern Blue Tongue Skink

This female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is currently listed for $250. Any applicable live animal shipping charge should be confirmed separately.

Is this Northern Blue Tongue Skink female

Yes. This individually listed Northern Blue Tongue Skink has been identified as female.

What is the scientific name of the Northern Blue Tongue Skink

The scientific name is Tiliqua scincoides intermedia.

What does this female eat

This female accepts green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens. Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are omnivores, so her complete diet should also provide appropriate variety and protein.

Can vegetables be her complete diet

No. The listed vegetables describe foods she accepts, but they should form only part of a varied omnivorous diet.

How large do Northern Blue Tongue Skinks become

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are among the largest skinks and may reach approximately 24 inches. Individual adult size can vary.

Will I receive the skink shown

This page is intended to represent the individually listed animal. Contact Celestial Reptiles to confirm current availability and request updated photographs before ordering.

Can this Northern Blue Tongue Skink be shipped

Shipping depends on destination eligibility, suitable weather and available live animal transportation. Contact Celestial Reptiles to confirm current options.

Buy This Female Northern Blue Tongue Skink

This female Northern Blue Tongue Skink is currently available from Celestial Reptiles for $250.

Contact us to confirm availability, request updated information, discuss her complete feeding routine or determine whether eligible live animal delivery is available to your location.

Prepare the enclosure and establish an appropriately varied omnivorous diet before ordering.