amphisbaenidae

• Famille de reptiles squamates fouisseurs sans membres, communément appelés lézards-vers, caractérisés par un corps allongé et des membres réduits ou absents.

A scientific noun referring to a family of legless, burrowing lizards commonly known as worm lizards, characterized by their elongated bodies and reduced limbs.

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1. Worm lizardsC2formalscientific

   A family of legless, burrowing lizards found in Africa, South America, and the Caribbean, characterized by their elongated bodies and reduced eyes.

   Amphisbénidés (amphisbènes)

   • The Amphisbaenidae family includes over 180 species of worm lizards.
   • These reptiles are often mistaken for earthworms due to their appearance.
   • Amphisbaenidae are known for their unique ability to move both forward and backward in their tunnels.