A herpetological survey of the Transvaal.
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1989
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Abstract
This report discusses the taxonomy, distribution and
ecology of the herpetofauna of the Transvaal based on a
survey conducted over the past 10 years.
Seventeen new forms, apart from four new taxa described
during the course of this study, are discussed in the
section on Systematics. The distribution of many species
has been considerably amended. A total of 265 species
and subspecies were recorded from the province.
The biogeography of the herpetofauna is discussed in the
light of past and present climatic events, as determined
by palynological record.
Factors affecting reptile and amphibian distributions are
incorporated in an attempt to elucidate current
distribution patterns.
The conservation status of each species and subspecies is
discussed and a final chapter on threats and conservation
recommendations are incorporated.
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Thesis (Ph.D.)-University of Natal, Durban, 1989.
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Herpetology--Transvaal., Theses--Biological and conservation sciences.