A new species of gecko of the genus Cnemaspis is described from the forests of the Western Ghats region of Maharashtra. Cnemaspis kolhapurensis sp. nov. is diagnosable by the following combination of characters: dorsal scales homogenous, small and feebly keeled; no spine-like tubercles on flanks, ventrals smooth, imbricate, 20–23 scale rows across venter, between lowest rows of dorsal scales. Supralabial I narrowly contacting nasal. Leer más.
La Sociedade Galega de Historia Natural ha registrado una ligera recuperación de una especie de sapo escasa en Galicia. Se trata del sapo de espuelas (sapo de esperóns, en gallego), «el anfibio más escaso de nuestra geografía», según esta sociedad. Leer más.
Of all the hazards of living and serving in Iraq, dealing with venomous snakes may be the least discussed. Six species of dangerously venomous snakes are native to Iraq. These snakes are all fascinating creatures that are well equipped to deal with a harsh environment. People inhabiting their environment must be prepared to deal with them. Leer más.
We’ve bred our own Yemen chameleons at Northampton Reptile Centre for many years, it’s routine, easy, there are never any problems. But sadly, 6 months ago, it didn’t go smoothly for one of our chameleon girls, Lucy. Leer más.
From 2009, we have investigated the evolution and ecology of Anolis lizards in Cuba, collaborating with Habana University and The National Museum and Natural History of Cuba. Prof. Losos asked us to describe our research projects in Cuba for communication among anole biologists. Thus, we would like to inform our ongoing projects on Anolis lizards in Cuba, and we are very grateful if you have any suggestions and comments on our projects. Also, your suggestion of collaborating research projects will be welcome. Leer más.
