The Round Island ground skink (Leiolopisma telfairii) is a more distantly related surviving species from Mauritius.

The remaining skeleton is missing the feet and digits, thus making it impossible for a SENI biometric analysis per se (Schnirel.

It is believed it grew up to around 80 centimeters (31 inches) in length, making it one of the largest skinks in history.

Its temperament was most likely very similar to that of modern ground skinks and was most likely a very tame animal that had relatively no fear of humans which might have played a part in its extinction.

This is further linked by the fact that the closest living relative of this species (as mentioned by the restorers) is the Round Island ground skink (Leiolopisma telfairii).