Scincus hemprichii

Scincus hemprichii is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is native to the Arabian Peninsula.

Etymology
The specific name, hemprichii, is in honor of German naturalist Wilhelm Friedrich Hemprich.

Geographic range
S. hemprichii is found in Saudi Arabia and Yemen.

Habitat
The preferred natural habitat of S. hemprichii is sandy desert.

Behavior
S. hemprichii is terrestrial and nocturnal.

Reproduction
The mode of reproduction of S. helmichii is unknown.