1.7K views · 76 reactions | These two common five-lined skinks (Plestiodon fasciatus) were found battling it out on the Visitor Center plaza. Though skinks can be aggressive during mating, these two were likely fighting over territory because they haven’t reached sexual maturity. Over time, their bright blue tails will fade and they will develop a bright orange and red face, which gets brighter during summer months to attract a female companion. | Ijams Nature Center | Facebook