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What is a caecilian?
Quick Answer
A caecilian is a legless amphibian that looks a bit like a worm or snake and lives mostly underground or in water.
The Full Story
Caecilians are one of the three main amphibian groups, alongside frogs and salamanders. They have elongated bodies, no limbs, and a skull adapted for burrowing, which makes them easy to mistake for worms or snakes. Most live in tropical regions, especially in soil or leaf litter, though some are aquatic. Their vision is often reduced, and many rely heavily on touch and smell to find food and navigate their environment.
Key Facts
1.Caecilians are amphibians, not reptiles
2.They are mostly tropical and often burrowing
3.They have no limbs
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