Life History and Ecology of the Five-Lined Skink, Eumeces fasciatus

"Life History and Ecology of the Five-Lined Skink, Eumeces fasciatus" by Henry S. Fitch, is a mid-20th century scientific deep dive into the life of the five-lined skink, a lizard populating the eastern United States. The study explores their behaviors, habitats, and their place within the environment. Building upon prior observations and research, the book introduces the skink, focusing on its ecological importance. Fitch presents his field methods, and notes the University of Kansas Natural History Reservation as a key location for the study. Fitch aims to broaden the understanding of the skink's life cycle and environmental interactions through observation and research alongside fellow researchers.