Mimosiphonops
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Mimosiphonops is a genus of caecilians in the family Siphonopidae.[1][2] The genus is definitely known only from the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are sometimes known as the worm patterned caecilians.[1]
Description
The genus is known from few specimens only; these measure between Script error: No such module "convert". in total length. There are 83–98 vertebrae and 74–88 primary annuli, with the smallest value in both cases pertaining to Mimosiphonops reinhardti that is known from a single specimen. The eyes are not covered by bone. No scales nor secondary annuli are present. The primary annuli and nuchal collars and grooves are clearly marked with a white border.[3]
Species
There are two recognized species:[1][2]
- Mimosiphonops reinhardti Wilkinson and Nussbaum, 1992
- Mimosiphonops vermiculatus Taylor, 1968
References
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