The genus Phyllodytes, endemic to the Atlantic Forest, stands out for its life cycle being closely associated with bromeliads. Since the 2000s, the number of species in the group has more than doubled and the number is still increasing, a fact proven here with the description of Phyllodytes iuna sp. nov. Leer más.
Scientists recently uncovered variations in methylmercury concentrations in U.S. amphibians. While researchers don’t yet know at what concentration the chemical can be harmful, the researchers hope the data can shed light on which species may be at risk from exposure. Leer más.
We re-evaluate the taxonomic status of specimens of Rhinella collected from rainforests on the eastern Andean slopes and foothills of central Bolivia. Leer más.
This study presents a comprehensive analysis of niche expression at range margins, anticipating a heightened impact of landscape changes in V. latastei. The methodological framework implemented here, and our findings, hold significant relevance for biodiversity management and conservation in human-impacted areas. Leer más.
Este trabajo recoge las 12 principales vías de extracción sanguínea que existen en los distintos tipos de tortugas: seno cervicaldorsal, plexo occipital, vena subcarapacial, vena yugular, plexo braquial, vena interdigital, intracardiaca, vena marginal costal,plexo venoso femoral, vena coccígea dorsal, vena coccígea lateral y vena coccígea ventral. Leer más.
