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Centralian bandy-bandy

centralian bandy-bandy (Vermicella vermiformis)
Serpentine Gorge, Northern Territory
Photo © Ray Lloyd
Vermicella vermiformis - Keogh & Smith, 1996
Pronunciation  VER-mee-SELL-ah   VER-mee-FOR-miss
Etymology  Vermicella: 'little worm'.
vermiformis: 'worm-like'.1
Other names   
 
Total length
Species avg: 52 cm
Reproduction
Oviparous
Clutch size
Length and clutch size information comes from a variety of sources, but primarily from Shine (1991) and Cogger (2000).
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Description

Similar species

Taxonomic notes

This species was described by Keogh & Smith in 1996.1
Holotype: MAGNT R34484
Split from Pilbara bandy-bandy (Vermicella snelli) in 1996.1

Scale count information


Dorsal scales at midbody   15
Ventrals   260 to 280 with a divided anal scale
Subcaudals   19 to 29 and are divided
Other scale information  
Danger rating   Probably virtually harmless.
Note: even a bite from a 'virtually harmless' or non-venomous reptile can result in serious complications. Play it safe and don't get bitten by anything.
Notes and disclaimer
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