A genus of limbless amphibians resembling worms or snakes, found in tropical regions, belonging to the order Gymnophiona.
From Latin caecus (blind), referring to these creatures' very small, vestigial eyes or poor vision. The genus name reflects their appearance.
Caecilias are absolutely bizarre—they're amphibians that look like earthworms and can grow over 5 feet long, some are venomous, and some give birth to live young instead of laying eggs like normal amphibians.
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