The Kaputar Rock Skink species was believed to have been Egernia striolata until a 2019 study discovered they had a distinct genetic lineage.Sadlier, Ross A., et al. "Genetic evidence in support of the recognition of the Kaputar Rock Skink, one of New South Wales’ most range-restricted vertebrate species." Records of the Australian Museum 71.5 (2019): 183-197.
