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The aquatic caecilian is an undemanding creature that is often mistakenly called an eel. It breathes air, and periodically rises to the water surface to gulp in a The caecilians belongs to the family Gymnophiona and there are several species. Only one or possibly two fully aquatic neotropical forms enter the pet trade.
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Caecilians come in some strikingly colored varieties, including orange and gray with yellow stripes. At least one type of caecilian (Typhlonectes) is kept as an aquarium pet. Typhlonectes is a fully aquatic caecilian found only in South America.
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Although species from each of the families are occasionally found in the pet trade, by far the most commonly available belong to the family Typhlonectidae. The focus of this article will cover the aquatic caecilian.
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Pet Caecilian larvae will usually fend for themselves from birth, but some species of Caecilian have an unusual way of feeding their young. The female will build up her flesh, for the larvae to eat and by doing so they grow at a surprising rate.
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CAECILIAN WORM (Rubber eel, Rubber worm) Typhlonectes natans ... Please take your new herps to a qualified reptile vet for a check-up when you purchase them - or, at the very least have a fresh stool sample tested for parasites in the first week or two of having your new pet.
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Basic care information for many of the most commonly kept toad species in captivity. ... Please take your new herps to a qualified reptile vet for a check-up when you purchase them - or, at the very least have a fresh stool sample tested for parasites in the first week or two of having your new pet.
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A mysterious creature in the wild, the Varagua Caecilian can be kept as a pet and should be a fascinating animal to any amphibian enthusiast. ... The Varagua Caecilian is not easy to keep. They are known to host parasites and can die from having too many. Keep a close eye on them and any problems that arise should be taken...
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Encyclopedia article of caecilian at Reference.com compiled from comprehensive and current ... Caecilian worm · Life cycle of caeci... Having a pet caecil. ...
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There are several species of caecilians readily available and legally imported into the U.S. The only species seen in the hobby with any potential legal issues is the Rio Cauca caecilian, which I have been told personally by USFW, is not an issue for the pet purchaser.
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