What sort of creature is a 'Blue Tongue'?
Merauke blue tongue skink The species is found in humid forests and grasslands. Little is known specifically about the diet of in-situ specimens. However, all species belonging to the genus Tiliqua are considered to be generalist omnivores, the Merauke blue tongue lizard is no exception to this. Presumably, the species will consume carrion, various invertebrates such as several species of gastropods (snails) and insects. Virtually all specimens of the Merauke blue tongue skink present within captivity are of wild-caught origin. Captive breeding efforts have risen with the growing interest of blue tongue skinks within herpetoculture, however the species still remains widely imported. Blue tongue
Merauke blue tongue skink Merauke blue tongue skink The Merauke blue tongue skink ("Tiliqua gigas evanescens"), also known as the faded blue tongue skink, or giant blue tongue skink, is a subspecies of "Tiliqua" that is native to Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. The Merauke blue tongue skink is the longest of all the Tiliqua species; often reaching nearly 26-30 inches (66-76cm) in total length. The species is often exported for the exotic pet trade, and is steadily growing in popularity within both herpetoculture and zoological exhibits globally. The Merauke blue tongue skink hails from the tropical environment of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.