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Abilene Zoo Introduces The Blue Tongued Skink

By: Alex Hayes
Updated: October 9, 2012
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When you think of the Abilene Zoo, first thing that come to mind is typically the giraffe or even those beautiful and vibrant flamingos, but in Tuesday's pets 4u segment, the Abilene Zoo joins us with a truly one of a kind reptile.

While the specimen Joy Harsh, education curator with the Abilene Zoo brought Tuesday was only a baby, adult Skinks can grow up to two feet long and live for nearly 20 years.

Harsh says the Skink's oddly colored tongue serves as a warning and distraction for would be predators and even prey.

Watch the embedded video for more about the Blue Tongued Skinks, including whether or not they would be a perfect fit for your next family pet!

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9am to 5pm
$5 for Adults, $4 for Seniors
$2.50 for Children
Children under 3 are FREE
Twitter: @AbileneZoo

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