Amphisbaena cegei
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Amphisbaena cegei

Amphisbaena cegei is a species of amphisbaenian in the family Amphisbaenidae. The species is endemic to Bolivia.

Animal name origin

The specific name, cegei, is in honor of American herpetologist Carl Gans, based on his initials C. G.

Distribution

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A. cegei is found in Santa Cruz Department, Bolivia.

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The preferred habitat of A. cegei is forest at altitudes of 700–2,100 m (2,300–6,900 ft).

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Diet and Nutrition

A. cegei preys upon earthworms and termites.

Mating Habits

A. cegei is oviparous.

References

1. Amphisbaena cegei Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amphisbaena_cegei
2. Amphisbaena cegei on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/50956334/50956337

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