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Caecilians - Order Gymnophiona

Caecilians (Order Gymnophiona) have smooth skin, long bodies, and no legs. These amphibians resemble large earthworms (for which they are often mistaken) since they have annular grooves which form segments along the length of their body.
Caecilians - Order Gymnophiona
Caecilians (Order Gymnophiona) are a lesser-known group of amphibians that have no limbs and only a very short tail. They have a superficial resemblance to snakes, worms, or eels but are not closely related to any of these animals.
What are Caecilians?
Caecilians are a group of amphibians (Order Gymnophiona) that have no limbs. They are related to frogs, toads, and salamanders.

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