Caecilia leucocephala facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Caecilia leucocephala |
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Caecilia
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leucocephala
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Caecilia leucocephala is a special kind of animal called a caecilian. It looks a bit like a large worm or a snake, but it's actually an amphibian. This means it's related to frogs and salamanders! It belongs to a family of caecilians called Caeciliidae.
Discovering the White-Headed Caecilian
This amazing creature was first described in 1968. It was named by a scientist called Edward Harrison Taylor. Its scientific name, leucocephala, means "white head." This name helps us imagine what it might look like!
Where the White-Headed Caecilian Lives
The Caecilia leucocephala can be found in a few countries in South and Central America. These countries are Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama. It likes to live in warm, wet places.
Its Natural Home
This caecilian's favorite homes are moist lowland forests. It also lives in other places where humans have changed the land. You might find it in plantations or even in rural gardens. Sometimes, it lives in areas that used to be forests but are now heavily changed.
