Amphisbaena microcephala

Amphisbaena microcephala

Smallhead worm lizard

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SPECIES
Leposternon microcephalum

Leposternon microcephalum, also known commonly as the smallhead worm lizard, is a species of amphisbaenian in the family Amphisbaenidae in the reptilian order Squamata. The species is endemic to South America.

Distribution

Geography

L. microcephalum is found in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northern Argentina. It occurs in the Itatiaia National Park between Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais in Brazil.

Habits and Lifestyle

Amphisbaenians have few predators due to their fossorial habits, powerful bite, and defensive tactics. However, some snakes have been found feeding on amphisbaenians including L. microcephalum.

Lifestyle

Mating Habits

L. microcephalum is oviparous.

References

1. Amphisbaena microcephala Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amphisbaena_microcephala
2. Amphisbaena microcephala on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/56039205/56039214

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