Roze's worm lizard

Roze's worm lizard is a species of amphisbaenian in the family Amphisbaenidae. The species is endemic to Venezuela.

Etymology

The specific name, rozei, is in honor of Latvian-born American herpetologist Janis Roze.

Geographic range

A. rozei is found in Bolívar state, Venezuela.

Habitat

The preferred habitat of A. rozei is forest.

Description

A. rozei has four precloacal pores. The dorsal surface of the tail is covered by strong tubercles.

Reproduction

A. rozei is oviparous.