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Why the blue tongue? For this reptile, it’s a form of self defense! Meet the blue-tongued skink (Tiliqua scincoides). Found in Australia and New Guinea, this lizard can reach lengths of nearly 2 ft (61 cm). Its body is covered in overlapping scales, supported by bony plates called osteoderms, which protect it from predators. But when faced with persistent foes, the blue-tongued skink has another defense: It will open its mouth, hiss, and reveal a bold blue tongue—startling foes with a flash of vibrant color. 

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Meet the shingleback skink (Tiliqua rugosa)! While most skinks have smooth, overlapping scales and a glassy appearance, this one's scales are keeled, or rigid. Scientists think that the shingleback’s short, stumpy tail—which is similar in shape to its head—confuses predators, leading them to wonder, “Which end is which?” In that moment of hesitation, the skink may escape. If that doesn’t work, it can flash its bright blue tongue to intimidate foes.