How does ReptiChip benefit my Monkey-Tailed Skink?

ReptiChip provides an ideal environment for your monkey-tailed skink by balancing cleanliness, comfort, and humidity. It's excellent for moisture retention, which is crucial for the well-being of many reptiles and amphibians. The substrate is also low in sodium and potassium, reducing the risk of mineral buildup that could harm your monkey-tailed skink.

Is ReptiChip a cost-effective option for my Monkey-Tailed Skink's substrate?

Absolutely! While ReptiChip offers premium quality, it's priced affordably to be consumer-friendly. The substrate's durability and ease of maintenance also mean that you'll need to replace it less frequently, making it a cost-effective long-term choice for your monkey-tailed skink.

How easy is it to maintain an enclosure with ReptiChip?

ReptiChip is known for its low tannin content, which means it won't stain your enclosure or your monkey-tailed skink. It's also excellent at odor absorption, keeping your living space fresh. This makes it one of the easiest substrates to maintain, allowing you more quality time with your monkey-tailed skink.

Monkey Tailed Skink

History/Facts

Indonesian blue-tongued skinks can vary in color. There are a few colors/morphs readily available in the hobby. Majority will have brown/reddish banding down their bodies with a solid black tail. They also have a bright blue tongue which made choosing their common name really easy! These are omnivorous lizards. As long as you can provide fresh foods and a varied diet, as well as a bigger enclosure once they are full grown. They truly can be a great step into keeping a very interactive lizard companion.

Common Name(s):	Solomon Island Prehensile Tailed Skink Monkey Tailed Skink Monkey Skink Prehensile Tailed Skink P-Tail Skink Giant Skink Zebra Skink
Native Range:	Solomon Islands
Behavior	Crepuscular (active during dawn & dusk) Food motivated Hand feeding helps bond Very curious Can be skittish when young Calm down with consistent and confident handling
Reproduction	Ovoviviparous (Live Birth) Gestation: ~180-245 days Litter size: 1-2
Lifespan	~15+ years
Temperatures	70-75°F cool side 75-85°F warm side 90-100°F basking spot
Humidity	60-80%
Lighting	UVA/UVB needed for animal
Size	24-36 inches
Enclosure Recommendations	Baby-Young: 36x18x18 (>6 months +) Sub Adult-Adult: 48”x24”x24” (minimum) 72”x24”x24” (large/active adult)
Experience Level	Intermediate Lizard *Parents should always be involved caring for any pet, until the child is 18 yrs.
Diet	Herbivorous

Best Substrates for Monkey-Tailed Skinks

BabiChip Premium Small Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use

ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use

RediChip Premium Medium Sized Coconut Chips; Ready to Use

ReptiChip Coarse Coconut Chip Mix; Ready to Use

Why ReptiChip?

ReptiChip is made by monkey-tailed skink lovers, for monkey-tailed skink lovers. It’s what the pros use, and it’s what you can use, too.

Our product line includes BabiChip, RediChip, ReptiChunk, MicroChip, and more, so you can be sure to find the perfect monkey-tailed skink bedding for your pet.

Ready to switch to the ultimate monkey-tailed skink bedding? Check out ReptiChip today.

Not Convinced?

Common Monkey-Tailed Skink Reptichip Questions

: ReptiChip provides an ideal environment for your monkey-tailed skink by balancing cleanliness, comfort, and humidity. It's excellent for moisture retention, which is crucial for the well-being of many reptiles and amphibians. The substrate is also low in sodium and potassium, reducing the risk of mineral buildup that could harm your monkey-tailed skink.
: Absolutely! While ReptiChip offers premium quality, it's priced affordably to be consumer-friendly. The substrate's durability and ease of maintenance also mean that you'll need to replace it less frequently, making it a cost-effective long-term choice for your monkey-tailed skink.
: ReptiChip is known for its low tannin content, which means it won't stain your enclosure or your monkey-tailed skink. It's also excellent at odor absorption, keeping your living space fresh. This makes it one of the easiest substrates to maintain, allowing you more quality time with your monkey-tailed skink.