Cadea is a genus of amphisbaenians, commonly known as Cuban keel-headed worm lizards. Two species are placed in this genus. Both species are endemic to Cuba.
Cadea is a genus of amphisbaenians, commonly known as Cuban keel-headed worm lizards. Two species are placed in this genus. Both species are endemic to Cuba.
| Cadea | |
|---|---|
| Cadea palirostrala. Side view of head of type specimen (No. 2717, AMNH) | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Family: | Cadeidae Vidal & Hedges, 2007 |
| Genus: | Cadea JE Gray, 1844 |
| Species | |
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