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| − | '''Caecilians''' are a variety of [[amphibian]] species that are characterised by a legless, ringed body and a nozzled head designed for burrowing. Sizes are diverse, with adults ranging from 3 inches to 5.25 feet in length. They have a pantropical distribution and as such can be found in various [[Africa | + | '''Caecilians''' are a variety of [[amphibian]] species that are characterised by a legless, ringed body and a nozzled head designed for burrowing. Sizes are diverse, with adults ranging from 3 inches to 5.25 feet in length. They have a pantropical distribution and as such can be found in various [[Africa]]n and [[Asia]]n countries, as well as throughout [[South America|South]] and [[Central America]]. Some species are oviparous (egg-laying), whilst about half are viviparous (live-born). |
Their diet will typically comprise of a mixture of [[insects]] and small [[invertebrates]]. | Their diet will typically comprise of a mixture of [[insects]] and small [[invertebrates]]. | ||
[[Category:Amphibians]] | [[Category:Amphibians]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:34, June 24, 2016
Caecilians are a variety of amphibian species that are characterised by a legless, ringed body and a nozzled head designed for burrowing. Sizes are diverse, with adults ranging from 3 inches to 5.25 feet in length. They have a pantropical distribution and as such can be found in various African and Asian countries, as well as throughout South and Central America. Some species are oviparous (egg-laying), whilst about half are viviparous (live-born).
Their diet will typically comprise of a mixture of insects and small invertebrates.