Gemeinnützige Naturgeschichte des Thierreichs bd. 4 plates Berlin, bei Gottlieb August Lange, 1780-1789, zoology, black and white worm lizard, amphisbaena fuliginosa, amphisbaena fuliginosa, worm lizards, worm lizard, Georg Heinrich Borowski, Daniel Friedrich Sotzmann, An elongated snake is depicted, showcasing a slender body adorned with intricate patterns of dark and light tones. The snake is coiled in an upright position, revealing a smooth texture and a distinctive head. The accompanying text identifies the species as 'Amphisbæna fuliginosa,' commonly known as the black-banded ring snake. Below the illustration, a plate number indicates it is part of a larger collection, suggesting its significance in the study of serpents. The detailed line work and shading emphasize the creature's form and unique markings, capturing its elegance and biological characteristics.