Common Name: Fire Skink Scientific Name: Riopa fernandi Distribution: West Africa Size: 10" - 14" The fire skink is found in moist forest areas in West Africa. Likes dark hiding places and a moist substrate to burrow in. In captivity, Adults require a vivarium 3'x12"x18". Quite a friendly lizard, Will become tame with regular handling. This species is diurnal (active primarily during the day).