Sao Paulo caecilian facts for kids
Luetkenotyphlus brasiliensis, also known as the São Paulo caecilian, is a special type of amphibian. It belongs to a group of animals called caecilians, which look a bit like worms or snakes but are actually amphibians, just like frogs and salamanders! This particular caecilian is part of the Siphonopidae family. You can find it in northern Argentina, specifically in Misiones Province, and stretching north into São Paulo state in Brazil. It's also likely that it lives in nearby Paraguay.
Quick facts for kids Sao Paulo caecilian |
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Luetkenotyphlus
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brasiliensis
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Siphonops brasiliensis Lütken, 1851 |
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About the São Paulo Caecilian
The São Paulo caecilian is a creature that scientists don't know a lot about yet. Because it's hard to find and study, it's listed as "Data Deficient" by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature). This means we need more information to understand its population and how well it's doing in the wild.
Where It Lives
This caecilian probably makes its home in forests. However, it has also been found in gardens in cities. This is interesting because it suggests that the São Paulo caecilian can adapt to different places, not just wild forests. It might be able to live near people, which is a good sign for its survival.
See also
- In Spanish: Luetkenotyphlus brasiliensis para niños
