Western skink (Eumeces skiltonianus) COSEWIC assessment and status report: chapter 10

Existing Protection

Eumeces skiltonianus is on the provincial Yellow List (S4), indicating that it is frequent to common, apparently secure, but may have a restricted distribution or there may be perceived future threats (Conservation Data Centre, Victoria; 23 January 1998, draft list).  Globally, it is considered common to very common, with the exception of Arizona where it is ranked S2 (NatureServe 2002).  The B.C. Wildlife Act prohibits the collection, handling, and trade of all native wildlife species without a permit; there are no specific legislation or regulations pertaining to E. skiltonianus.

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