Pink Tongue Skink – Female

This female Pink Tongue Skink is available from Celestial Reptiles for $400. Pink Tongued Skinks are distinctive Australian reptiles recognized for their slender bodies, elongated tails and characteristic pink tongues.

This individually listed female accepts green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens. These accepted vegetables should form only part of an appropriately researched feeding plan because Pink Tongue Skinks are naturally specialized feeders with a strong preference for snails and slugs.

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

Female Pink Tongue Skink Details

Common name: Pink Tongue Skink

Alternative name: Pink Tongued Skink

Scientific name: Cyclodomorphus gerrardii

Sex: Female

Price: $400

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. Contact Celestial Reptiles if you require updated photographs, current measurements or additional information before ordering.

Pink Tongue Skink Appearance

The Pink Tongue Skink is a slender, long bodied lizard with smooth scales and an elongated tail. Adults develop the pink tongue responsible for the species’ common name.

Body coloration may include gray, brown, cream or muted fawn tones with darker bands or markings. Pattern intensity and coloration can vary between individual animals.

Females are often more slender than mature males, although visual sex identification should be based on appropriate experience and information about the individual animal.

The photograph on this product page should be reviewed as the current representation of this female rather than as an example of every Pink Tongue Skink.

Pink Tongued Skink Species

The accepted scientific name for the Pink Tongued Skink is Cyclodomorphus gerrardii. The species is native to eastern Australia and belongs to the skink family.

The Atlas of Living Australia species record identifies Cyclodomorphus gerrardii as the accepted scientific name for the Pink Tongued Lizard.

Pink Tongue Skinks are related to blue tongued skinks but have a noticeably more slender body, longer tail and different feeding specialization.

Their bodies and semi prehensile tails help them move through complex environments. A captive enclosure should provide secure ground cover as well as safe opportunities for low level climbing.

Female Pink Tongue Skink for Sale

This animal has been identified as female and is currently listed for $400. Buyers looking for a female Pink Tongue Skink should consider her individual appearance, feeding history and long term care requirements before purchasing.

Availability can change if the animal is purchased or reserved. Contact Celestial Reptiles before ordering if confirmation that this exact female remains available is important to your decision.

Pink Tongue Skink Price

The current Pink Tongue Skink price for this female is $400. Any applicable live animal shipping charge should be confirmed separately unless otherwise stated during checkout or order confirmation.

Pink Tongue Skink prices can vary according to age, sex, condition, appearance, availability and individual background. The listed price applies specifically to the female presented on this page.

Prospective owners should also budget for an appropriate enclosure, thermostat, heating and lighting equipment, hides, climbing structures, substrate, specialized food and veterinary care.

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

Current Accepted Foods

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

These foods provide useful information about what this particular skink currently accepts. However, they should not be presented as a complete Pink Tongue Skink diet.

A new owner should confirm the animal’s complete current feeding routine before purchase. Sudden dietary changes should be avoided, particularly during the adjustment period after relocation.

Pink Tongue Skink Diet

Pink Tongue Skinks are naturally specialized feeders that consume snails and slugs. Their teeth are adapted for crushing and processing this type of prey.

The Pink Tongue Skink care guide from Swell Reptiles describes snails as the species’ primary natural food.

A responsible feeding plan should be based on species appropriate nutrition rather than vegetables alone. Ask Celestial Reptiles what complete diet this individual currently receives so it can be continued consistently after purchase.

Feeder snails should come from a safe source. Wild snails collected from gardens or other outdoor areas may have been exposed to pesticides, parasites or other contaminants.

Questions about creating a complete feeding plan should be discussed with an experienced keeper or veterinarian familiar with this species.

Feeding Considerations

The amount and frequency of feeding should reflect the skink’s age, size, physical condition and current routine.

Fresh water should remain available. Food dishes should be cleaned regularly, and uneaten perishable food should not remain in the enclosure long enough to spoil.

A varied and properly researched feeding routine is preferable to relying on one ingredient. Supplementation should follow informed husbandry guidance rather than being added randomly.

Monitor the animal’s appetite and body condition after relocation. A significant or prolonged change in feeding behavior should be evaluated appropriately.

Preparing a Pink Tongue Skink Enclosure

A suitable enclosure should be completely prepared before bringing this female home. Pink Tongue Skinks require secure housing with adequate floor space, appropriate humidity, controlled heating and safe climbing opportunities.

Their long bodies and tails allow them to move through branches, foliage and other structures. The enclosure should therefore provide more environmental complexity than a completely bare terrestrial setup.

A properly prepared habitat should include a secure enclosure, good ventilation, a thermostat regulated heat source, a suitable temperature gradient, reliable measuring equipment, multiple hides, climbing branches, foliage, an appropriate substrate and fresh water.

Branches and raised structures should be positioned securely to prevent falls or collapse.

Heating and Temperature Management

Pink Tongue Skinks rely on their environment to regulate body temperature. The enclosure should provide warmer and cooler areas so the animal can select suitable conditions.

All heating equipment should be regulated by an appropriate thermostat. Temperatures should be measured using reliable digital equipment rather than estimated by touch.

The completed enclosure should be tested before the animal arrives. This provides time to identify temperature or humidity problems without placing the skink at risk.

Avoid positioning the enclosure where it will experience uncontrolled temperature changes, drafts or prolonged direct sunlight.

Humidity and Hydration

Pink Tongue Skinks require access to appropriate humidity while still benefiting from good ventilation. The enclosure should not remain stagnant or constantly waterlogged.

Substrate and enclosure furnishings should be selected and maintained with humidity management in mind. Fresh water should remain available in a stable dish that the skink can access easily.

Humidity should be measured rather than guessed. The enclosure can then be adjusted according to reliable species guidance and the needs of the individual animal.

Hides and Climbing Opportunities

Multiple hiding places help a Pink Tongue Skink feel secure. Hides should be available in different areas of the enclosure so the skink does not have to choose between security and suitable temperature.

Branches, cork structures, sturdy vines and foliage can provide enrichment and low level climbing opportunities. Every structure must be secured to prevent movement or collapse.

The enclosure should allow the skink to explore while also providing quiet, concealed resting areas.

Handling and Adjustment

A newly arrived Pink Tongue Skink should be allowed time to settle into her enclosure before frequent handling begins. Relocation, unfamiliar surroundings and changes in routine can be stressful.

When handling becomes appropriate, approach calmly and support the skink’s body and tail. Never lift or restrain the animal by the tail.

Handling sessions should remain gentle and supervised. The skink’s behavior should determine how quickly interaction is introduced.

Every individual has its own temperament and adjustment period. A patient approach helps reduce unnecessary stress.

Long Term Pink Tongue Skink Care

A Pink Tongue Skink should be purchased as a long term responsibility. Prospective owners must be prepared to provide appropriate housing, environmental control, specialized food, regular enclosure maintenance and veterinary care when required.

This species should not be purchased without first identifying a safe and reliable source of suitable food.

Regular observation helps owners notice changes in appetite, activity, shedding, body condition or behavior. Significant concerns should be evaluated by a veterinarian experienced with reptiles.

The Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians directory can help owners locate a veterinarian with relevant reptile experience.

Ordering from Celestial Reptiles

This female Pink Tongue Skink is currently listed for $400. Availability can change, so buyers should confirm the animal before completing an order.

Contact Celestial Reptiles if you would like to confirm current availability, request an updated photograph, ask for a current measurement, 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 Pink Tongue Skink ownership is permitted in their location.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is this Pink Tongue Skink

This female Pink Tongue Skink is currently listed for $400. Any applicable live animal shipping charge should be confirmed separately.

Is this Pink Tongue Skink female

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

What is the scientific name of a Pink Tongue Skink

The accepted scientific name is Cyclodomorphus gerrardii.

What does this Pink Tongue Skink eat

This individual is reported to accept green beans, collard greens, dandelion greens and mustard greens. Pink Tongue Skinks are naturally specialized feeders that primarily consume snails and slugs, so the complete current feeding routine should be confirmed before purchase.

Can vegetables be the complete diet

No. The listed vegetables describe foods this female accepts, but they should not be represented as a complete species appropriate diet.

Will I receive the Pink Tongue Skink shown

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

Do Pink Tongue Skinks climb

Pink Tongue Skinks can climb and use their long bodies and tails to move through complex environments. Their enclosure should provide secure branches, foliage and other safe climbing opportunities.

Can this Pink Tongue Skink be shipped

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

Buy This Female Pink Tongue Skink

This female Pink Tongue Skink is currently available from Celestial Reptiles for $400.

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 identify a reliable source of species appropriate food before ordering so the skink can transition safely into her new home.