Purple caecilian
A species of Gymnopis, Also known as Varagua caecilian Scientific name : Gymnopis multiplicata Genus : Gymnopis
Purple caecilian, A species of Gymnopis
Also known as:
Varagua caecilian
Scientific name: Gymnopis multiplicata
Genus: Gymnopis
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Description
Gymnopis multiplicata is a species of caecilian in the family Dermophiidae found in Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, and possibly Guatemala. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, pastureland, plantations, rural gardens, and urban areas.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Purple caecilian's diet primarily consists of small invertebrates. This animal species specifically favors annelids and arachnids, using its elongated body to navigate through soil in search of these nutrients.
Appearance
Purple caecilian is a slender amphibian lacking skin pigment. It's pinkish-white, almost translucent, showing blood vessels and internal organs. It sports no legs, only a compressed tail that aids in swimming and burrowing. Its head, sporting small eyes and a wide mouth, seamlessly integrates with the body, emphasizing its worm-like physique. Sizes vary, but most specimens range from 12 to 37 cm in length. All individuals, regardless of sex or age, share these attributes.
Behavior
Purple caecilian is a nocturnal species that primarily dwells underground, emerging only during heavy rains to forage and breed. As a non-territorial species, group interactions aren't aggressive. Notable is their 'dive headfirst' burrowing behavior. Their survival adaptations include their ability to withstand desiccation and low oxygen environments.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Caecilians Family
Common caecilians Genus
Gymnopis Species
Purple caecilian 
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