Translation guide
A caecilian is a limbless, worm-like amphibian. In Japanese, it is referred to by its scientific name or descriptive terms.
Referring to the amphibian in general, scientific, or educational contexts.
The standard Japanese word for caecilian, literally 'legless newt'. Used in zoology and general contexts.
Caecilians are amphibians.
Literally 'naked snake', a descriptive term sometimes used for caecilians, but less common and may cause confusion with actual snakes.
Not a standard zoological term; may be misunderstood.
They are sometimes called 'naked snakes'.
The scientific order name 'Apoda' or 'Gymnophiona', meaning 'limbless order'. Used in academic contexts.
I study organisms belonging to the order Apoda.