The uncommon hue is present in skinks that aren’t closely related ... What that advantage might be is unknown. The green comes from biliverdin, a byproduct of dying red blood cells. The lizards have ...

“I’m relieved that Cedar Key mole skinks are finally getting the protection they need,” said Ragan Whitlock, a Florida-based attorney at the Center. “Irresponsible coastal development and sea-level ...