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Hey reptiblr, could I get the help of people familiar with blue tongue skinks? My friend has taken one in that belonged to a different family member of hers and needs help identifying the subspecies so she can make sure she gives him the proper care. (Our best guess right now is Merauke.) 

Ignore the big sore on his hind end for now, that is being treated. From what I understand, the body condition in general isn’t great and tips on getting him back into top shape are also welcome. 

Definitely an Indonesian species, but I’m not familiar enough with those species/subspecies to say for sure. I would recommend checking out the detailed care sheet at bluetongueskinks.net if you haven’t already. I don’t follow it exactly, but it’s a good jumping-off point.

If nobody on tumblr can give you an 100% confident ID on the species/subspecies (or if you just want a second opinion) I would recommend finding a blue tongue ID Facebook group or checking out the ID forum on bluetongueskinks.net.

THEY LICK

THEY FLICK

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