The snout of the Sagalla caecilian is rounded, with short, globular tentacles, and a relatively large mouth, with two rows of teeth in each jaw.

[4][5] The Sagalla caecilian can be found mainly in low density farms and patches of indigenous forests on Sagala Hill.

They are limited to an altitude of 1000–1504 meters above sea level[4] on Sagalla Hill as it is difficult for the species to expand to higher/lower (and therefore newer) land; they are restricted by rocky mountains with less vegetation on one side and arid climates on the other.

[4] The forest in the Sagala Hill is ideal for Sagalla caecilian because of the large population of evergreen trees, which are a major source of food for the species.

Besides the logs of these trees the Sagalla caecilian can be found in the rich soil, under organic debris, or on the edges of streams and other bodies of water.

Furthermore, as a result of the development of eucalyptus plantations in the area, the soil is dry and compact making it unsuitable for the survival of the Sagalla caecillian.

Due to lack of vegetation especially along the streams, there is less protection against flooding and erosion; hence, the caecillian species are made vulnerable.

[9] While Boulengerula niedeni has not been targeted specifically through conservation initiatives, the attempts to better the soil are often coupled with studies of amphibian diversity.