Myriopholis rouxestevae


Myriopholis rouxestevae, also known as Roux-Estève's worm snake, is a species of snake in the family Leptotyphlopidae. It occurs in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Etymology

The specific name, rouxestevae, is in honor of herpetologist Rolande Roux-Estève.

Geographic range

Myriopholis rouxestevae is found in Senegal, Guinea, and Uganda. Records from Mali have been misattributed to this species.

Habitat

Myriopholis rouxestevae is a fossorial species that has been found in agricultural areas.

Reproduction

Myriopholis rouxestevae is oviparous.