Darwin's ringed worm lizard

Darwin's ringed worm lizard is a species of amphisbaenian in the family Amphisbaenidae. It is endemic to South America.

Etymology

The specific name, darwinii, is in honor of English naturalist Charles Darwin.

Description

Darwin's ringed worm lizard may attain a snout-to-vent length of.

Distribution and habitat

Darwin's ringed worm lizard is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The preferred natural habitat is grassland.

Ecology and behavior

Darwin's ringed worm lizard is fossorial and oviparous.