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Caecilians have eyes, but no eyelids.
Caecilians have eyes, but no eyelids.
True
Caecilians are found in deserts and dry regions.
Caecilians are found in deserts and dry regions.
False
Caecilians are herbivores, feeding on plants and fruits.
Caecilians are herbivores, feeding on plants and fruits.
False
Female caecilians do not provide parental care to their eggs.
Female caecilians do not provide parental care to their eggs.
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Caecilians are diurnal, spending most of their time above ground during the day.
Caecilians are diurnal, spending most of their time above ground during the day.
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Caecilians can absorb oxygen from the air through their skin.
Caecilians can absorb oxygen from the air through their skin.
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Study Notes
Physical Characteristics
- Long, slender, and limbless bodies, resembling giant earthworms
- Typically range from 10-100 cm (4-39 in) in length
- Diameter of 1-5 cm (0.4-2 in)
- Skin is smooth, moist, and often covered in mucus
- No eyes or eyelids, but have light-sensitive spots
Habitat and Distribution
- Found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia
- Inhabit moist, humid environments, such as rainforests, grasslands, and wetlands
- Burrowing animals, often living underground or in hidden areas
Diet and Feeding
- Carnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates, such as insects, worms, and snails
- Some species are known to eat small vertebrates, like frogs and lizards
- Use their sense of smell and sensitive tentacles to locate prey
Reproduction and Development
- Oviparous, laying eggs in underground burrows or hidden areas
- Females provide parental care, coiling their bodies around the eggs to keep them moist and protected
- Young caecilians hatch after several weeks, resembling small adults
Behavior and Adaptations
- Nocturnal, spending most of their time underground or in hidden areas during the day
- Have a unique way of moving, using their powerful muscles to contract and relax their bodies, allowing them to push through the soil
- Can absorb oxygen through their skin, allowing them to survive in low-oxygen environments
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Description
Discover the fascinating features and habits of caecilians, a group of legless amphibians found in tropical and subtropical regions. Learn about their physical characteristics, habitats, diet, reproduction, and unique adaptations. Test your knowledge of these intriguing creatures!
