| Leposternon | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Amphisbaenidae |
| Genus: | Leposternon Wagler, 1824 |
| Species | |
11, see text. | |
Leposternon is a genus of amphisbaenians in the family Amphisbaenidae. Species in the genus are commonly known as worm lizards. 11 species are placed in this genus.
The following species are recognized as being valid. [1]
Nota bene : A binomial authority in parentheses indicates that the species was originally described in a genus other than Leposternon.
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Ophiodes is a genus of South American legless lizards in the family Diploglossidae.
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André Marie Constant Duméril was a French zoologist. He was professor of anatomy at the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle from 1801 to 1812, when he became professor of herpetology and ichthyology. His son Auguste Duméril was also a zoologist, and the author citation Duméril is used for both André and his son.
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Berthold's worm lizard is a worm lizard species in the family Amphisbaenidae. It is endemic to Brazil.
Duméril's worm lizard is a worm lizard species in the family Amphisbaenidae. It is endemic to Brazil. The crested caracara is the only predator witnessed consuming this lizard, although it is likely a prey item for other predators. The species is considered endangered in Brazil due to its narrow geographic range.
The shielded worm lizard is a worm lizard species in the family Amphisbaenidae. It is endemic to Brazil.
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