[3] The specific name, warreni, is in honor of Mr. C. Rhea Warren who collected herpetological specimens on Île de la Tortue.

[1] True to its common name, C. warreni is a large anguid, weighing in at 68 grams (2.4 ounces).

[1] The giant Hispaniolan galliwasp is an opportunistic predator that feed on insects, earthworms, small mammals, and other reptiles.

[citation needed] C. warreni is threatened by habitat loss, predation by invasive species (such as the small Indian mongoose), and collection for the illegal pet trade.

Persecution is also an issue; the galliwasp is erroneously believed to be venomous by locals, and is often killed on sight across the island.