Zoology of the ZooPl. CLXXXVII
Two-toed amphiuma
Amphiuma means
Amphibia · Caudata · Amphiumidae
Fig. 1. Two-toed amphiuma
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 46-116 cm long |
|---|---|
| Weight | Up to about 1 kg |
| Food | Crayfish, frogs, snakes, fish |
| Lifespan | About 25 years or more (est.) |
| Society | Solitary |
| Habitat | wetland, freshwater |
| Range | North America |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
Often called a "congo eel", it is a salamander with four tiny legs, each with two toes. Common in Florida ditches and marshes, and it bites hard.
Observe: Look closely for the four tiny legs.