The Irian Jaya has yet to be scientifically classified, but is arguably a different species from the other recognized members of the genus.

The Irian Jaya has a distinct pattern that can be described as one of the most beautiful among blue-tongued skinks[user-generated source].

As is characteristic of the other species in the genus, the Irian Jaya has a large blue tongue that it displays defensively in times of distress or danger.

If kept as pets, Irian Jaya skinks should be housed separately and any offspring should be monitored for overall health during their first few sheds.

https://www.tiliqua-time.com Archived 2021-02-02 at the Wayback Machine a care website and reference point for all Indonesian blue tongue skink sub-species