They are very impressive lizards, stumpy legs and thick smooth bodies. And they eat a wide assortment of foods being omnivores. I think the bigger species gets to be a foot long or so, minimum cage size suggested is 40-55gal.
Here's a link to some care basics for these guys.
And you don't have to hurry. I probably won't even get a dragon for a few more months and thats if I convince my husband to let me get one. :) I will probably start off with a juvie, so you have some time. :)
That skink looks really cool. How are they on temperment?