The Family Xenopodidae, commonly known as the legless lizard or worm lizard family, is a group of reptiles that are characterized by their elongated, cylindrical bodies and lack of limbs. Although the term "worm lizard" is often used to refer to this family, they are not related to true worms or snakes. Some synonyms for the Family Xenopodidae include the Anguidae family, the glass lizard family, and the slowworm family. These reptiles can be found in different habitats worldwide, ranging from deserts to forests. Despite their unique appearance, legless lizards play important roles in their ecosystems as predators of invertebrates and occasionally small vertebrates.