Amphisbaena kingii (Bell, 1833)

Taxonomy and Size

Amphisbaena kingii, first formally described by Bell in 1833, can reach a snout-to-vent length of 21 centimeters (8.3 inches), with an additional tail that measures around 2 centimeters (0.79 inches) long.

Coloration

The dorsal side of this species is purplish brown, while the ventral side is whitish in color.

Distribution

A. kingii is distributed across Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Uruguay.

Habitat

Its preferred natural habitats are savanna and grassland.

Reproduction

This species reproduces via oviparity, meaning it lays eggs.