Amphisbaena xera
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Amphisbaena xera, known commonly as the Puerto Rican dryland worm lizard or the North American worm lizard is a worm lizard species in the genus Amphisbaena
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Amphisbaena (genus)
Amphisbaena is a genus in the family Amphisbaenidae, commonly known as the worm lizards. There are over 40 species in this diverse genus.-Selected species:* Amphisbaena alba White Worm Lizard...
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See also
- Fauna of Puerto RicoFauna of Puerto RicoThe fauna of Puerto Rico is similar to other island archipelago faunas, with high endemism, and low, skewed taxonomic diversity. Bats are the only extant native terrestrial mammals in Puerto Rico. All other terrestrial mammals in the area were introduced by humans, and include species such as cats,...
- List of endemic fauna of Puerto Rico