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This species is endemic to Papua New Guinea. This species is known from Kikori River westward to Aramia River in Western Province (Zug 2004), and to the north bank of the Fly River (F. Parker unpubl. data). This species is found below 500 m, although its precise upper elevation limit is unknown (G. Shea pers. comm. 2014).

There is no species-specific habitat information available, but all members of New Guinea's Carlia radiation are associated with open habitats, and often thrive in areas of disturbance and regrowth. 

This is a well-collected species (A. Allison pers. comm. 2014).

There is no trade in this species.

It is unlikely that any major threats are impacting this species.

There are no known species-specific conservation measures in place for this species. This species occurs in one protected area in Papua New Guinea: Neiru (Aird Hills) Wildlife Management Area.

Carlia aenigma has been assessed as Least Concern due to its large distribution, the absence of any major threats and its ability to thrive in disturbed areas. 

• Shearman, P. and Bryan, J. 2011. A bioregional analysis of the distribution of rainforest cover, deforestation and degradation in Papua New Guinea. Austral Ecology 36: 9-24.
• Zug, G.R. 2004. Systematics of the Carlia "fusca" Lizards (Squamata: Scincidae) of New Guinea and Nearby Islands. Bishop Museum Press, Honolulu.