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Blue-tongued skinks, akin to their Acontias relatives, are influenced by temperature and photoperiod in determining their mating season. Typically, the warmer months are associated with increased mating activities, providing favorable conditions for the development of eggs in their natural habitats.

During the mating season, male Blue-tongued skinks engage in courtship behaviors to attract females. This courtship may involve visual displays, such as body movements or head bobbing, signaling their readiness to reproduce. Successful courtship can lead to the formation of mating pairs.

Following courtship, copulation occurs, during which the male transfers sperm to the female. This relatively swift mating process is a crucial step in the reproductive cycle of Blue-tongued skinks.

After copulation, the female Blue-tongued skink undergoes oviposition, laying eggs in a carefully chosen location, often a secluded burrow or a concealed part of their enclosure. Clutch sizes may vary, with females typically laying a small number of eggs.

The chosen egg-laying site is crucial for the subsequent incubation period.

Factors such as temperature and humidity play roles in determining the duration of incubation. In captivity, it is essential to replicate suitable environmental conditions and provide an appropriate substrate for egg-laying.

Upon the completion of the incubation period, juvenile Blue-tongued skinks hatch from their eggs. Newly hatched skinks face the challenge of adapting to their environment and learning to survive independently. The time from mating to hatching is variable and influenced by factors like climate and the availability of food resources.

Blue-tongued skinks may undergo multiple reproductive cycles throughout the breeding season, with the frequency influenced by variables such as photoperiod, temperature, and food availability. This adaptability allows them to take advantage of various opportunities for mating and egg-laying within a given breeding season.