Anguis Fragilis is a scientific name often used to refer to the common European slowworm. However, there are several synonyms for this species name. One of the most common synonyms is Anguis fragilis terrestris, which describes a subspecies of the slowworm that is mainly terrestrial. Additionally, the Anguis fragilis species is often referred to as the blindworm, legless lizard, or glass snake. These synonyms are apt descriptions of the slowworm's physical features and characteristics. The blindworm, for instance, refers to the species' limited vision, while the legless lizard and glass snake describe their long and slender bodies.