11003-67113 Northern Spotted skink (Oligosoma kokowai) a widespread species, often beautifully coloured with a green back and pinkish belly. Now becoming rarer throughout its range. One of three distinct regional 'forms' of Spotted skink from Marlborough, Canterbury, and the Mackenzie Basin now described as separate species. Cable Bay, Nelson *
11003-66016 Mackenzie skink (Oligosoma prasinum) male on lichen covered rock. Distinguished from other 'spotted skinks' by a lack of markings on the tail. Range is restricted to the Mackenzie Basin, and extends from the Rangitata River southwards to Lake Pukaki. Lake Pukaki *
11003-66019 Mackenzie skink (Oligosoma prasinum) male on lichen covered rock. Distinguished from other 'spotted skinks' by a lack of markings on the tail. Range is restricted to the Mackenzie Basin, and extends from the Rangitata River southwards to Lake Pukaki. Lake Pukaki *