Amphisbaena (lizard)
Amphisbaena is a genus in the family Amphisbaenidae, commonly known as worm lizards. Currently 102 species are placed in this diverse genus. They are legless, with ring-like scales, and highly reduced eyes. They are subterranean predators, feeding mainly on soil-dwelling invertebrates. They are native to South America and the Caribbean.
Species
Nota bene: A binomial authority in parentheses indicates that the species was originally described in a genus other than Amphisbaena.Nota bene: A binomial authority in parentheses indicates that the species was originally described in a genus other than Amphisbaena.