Gaboon caecilian
A species of Geotrypetes Scientific name : Geotrypetes seraphini Genus : Geotrypetes
Gaboon caecilian, A species of Geotrypetes
Scientific name: Geotrypetes seraphini
Genus: Geotrypetes
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Description
The Gaboon caecilian, Geotrypetes seraphini, is a species of amphibian in the Dermophiidae family. It is found in Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and possibly Angola, and the Republic of the Congo. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, plantations, rural gardens, urban areas, heavily degraded former forests, and seasonally flooded agricultural la
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Gaboon caecilian primarily feeds on earthworms, demonstrating a specialized carnivorous diet. Its unique jaw structure and long body enable it to efficiently consume and burrow in search of its preferred prey.
Appearance
Gaboon caecilian is a moderate-sized, cylindrical shaped caecilian with smooth, segmented skin. The skin is strikingly metallic purple-black, which transitions to a cream-colored underside. This contrast is particularly noticeable as they move. Gaboon caecilian lacks limbs, eyes, and any discernible tail. Young gaboon caecilian share these features, but are a lighter colour before darkening with age.
Behavior
Gaboon caecilian displays unique burrowing behavior, employing its muscular body for efficient digging. It's a solitary creature that displays aggression when its territory is threatened, primarily defending homes via biting or aggressive postures. Minimal foraging is observed, suggesting a low-energy diet. No observable migratory patterns exist, portraying an apt adaptation to its native habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Caecilians Family
Common caecilians Genus
Geotrypetes Species
Gaboon caecilian 
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