Discover the Monopeltis jugularis, or southern worm lizard, a unique insectivorous species thriving in the warm, sandy soils of southern Africa. With its elongated body, reduced limbs for efficient burrowing, and a diet primarily consisting of soil-dwelling invertebrates, this remarkable reptile plays a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance.
Tag: southern worm-lizard
Aprasia pseudopulchella
Discover the southern worm-lizard (Aprasia pseudopulchella), a slender, secretive reptile found in the dry sclerophyll forests and grassy woodlands of southeastern Australia. With its unique flattened head, smooth skin, and diet primarily consisting of small invertebrates, this vulnerable species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance.