Mary Bates, PhD

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New on Zoologic: This Amphibian is One in a Caecilian

Microcaecilia dermatophaga. Wilkinson et al (2013) PLoS ONEThis month's Creature Feature is all about caecilians: limbless, tentacled amphibians that usually live deep underground. Caecilians are also known for their creepy and unique parental care behavior - read on to see how caecilian mothers redefine maternal sacrifice! The Creature Feature: 10 Fun Facts About Caecilians (or, This Amphibian is One in a Caecilian)