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Florida Worm Lizard

Rhineura floridana

The Florida Worm Lizard's peak months vary by region.

Shows up in 0 ecoregions and 1 state

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Lizards

Florida Worm Lizard

Rhineura floridana

Look, don't take. Many states regulate collecting reptiles and amphibians. Photograph it, log it on iNaturalist and leave it where you found it.

Description

Rhineura floridana, known commonly as the Florida worm lizard, graveyard snake, or thunderworm, is a species of amphisbaenian in the family Rhineuridae. R. floridana varies in total length (including tail) from 18–41 cm (7–16 in).Wikipedia ↗

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of R. floridana are forest and shrubland.Wikipedia ↗
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When and where it's active

Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.

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About the Florida Worm Lizard

When is the Florida Worm Lizard most active?

The Florida Worm Lizard's peak months vary by region.

Where does the Florida Worm Lizard live?

It has enough records to show in 0 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.