AnAge entry for Anguis fragilis

Classification (HAGRID: 03285)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Reptilia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Squamata
                Family: Anguidae
                    Genus: Anguis
Species
Anguis fragilis
Common name
Slow worm

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
54 years (captivity)
Source
ref. 1
Sample size
Medium
Data quality
Acceptable
Observations

Though there are few detailed studies, it has been reported that these animals may live up to 54 years in captivity [0001]. Anecdotal reports also suggest they can live up to 30 years in the wild.

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity
1,644 days
Male sexual maturity
1,096 days
Gestation
91 days
Adult weight
11.655 g

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

Integrated Taxonomic Information System
ITIS 1146449
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NCBI Taxonomy
Taxonomy ID 102178
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