Scincella barbouri
# Scincella barbouri

Scincella barbouri, also known commonly as Barbour's ground skink, is a species of lizard in the family Scincidae. The species is endemic to China.

## Etymology

The specific name, barbouri, is in honor of American herpetologist Thomas Barbour.

## Geographic range

S. barbouri is found in Yunnan province, southwestern China. It may possibly also occur in adjacent Sichuan province.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of S. barbouri is shrubland, at altitudes of 1,800–2,500 m (5,900–8,200 ft).

## Reproduction

S. barbouri is oviparous.

