Fishing for Rio Cauca caecilian

The Rio Cauca caecilian is a legless amphibian resembling an earthworm or snake, with a smooth, elongated body and a dark, uniform coloration. It is native to the tropical regions surrounding the Rio Cauca in Colombia. Typically growing up to 20 inches in length, this burrowing species spends most of its life underground or in leaf litter, feeding on small invertebrates and playing a crucial role in soil aeration and ecosystem health. This summary is AI generated