Capitellum (lizard)

Capitellum is a genus of skinks. Species were previously placed in the genus Mabuya. All species in this genus are considered possibly extinct, due to a lack of recent sightings but the presence of potential refuges.

Species

The following 3 species, listed alphabetically by specific name, are recognized as being valid:

• Capitellum mariagalantae <small>Hedges & Conn, 2012</small> – Marie-Galante skink (possibly extinct)
• Capitellum metallicum <small>(Bocourt, 1879)</small> – lesser Martinique skink (possibly extinct)
• Capitellum parvicruzae <small>Hedges & Conn, 2012</small> – lesser Saint Croix skink (possibly extinct)

Nota bene: A binomial authority in parentheses indicates that the species was originally described in a genus other than Capitellum.

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