Several recent studies have produced comparative maps of genes on amniote sex
chromosomes, revealing homology of gene content and arrangement across lineages as …

Among amniote vertebrates, nonavian reptiles (chelonians, crocodilians, and lepidosaurs)
are regarded as using vocal signals rarely (compared to birds and mammals). In all three …

Geckos are the only major lizard group consisting mostly of nocturnal species. Nocturnality
is presumed to have evolved early in gecko evolution and geckos possess numerous …

We follow a biological invasion model that consists of a series of five consecutive obligatory
stages, concluding with stages 4a and 5 (ie, widespread= invasive species). The State of …

The Asian/Pacific genus Cyrtodactylus is the most diverse and among the most widely
distributed genera of geckos, and more species are continually being discovered. Major …

Recent phylogenetic studies of gekkonid lizards have revealed unexpected, widespread
paraphyly and polyphyly among genera, unclear generic boundaries, and a tendency …

Aims: Yunnan Province has the richest biodiversity among all administrative regions in
China. Therefore, having detailed, updated checklists of different fauna and flora groups of …

We provide the first report on the herpetological biodiversity (amphibians and reptiles) of the
northern Sierra Madre Mountain Range (Cagayan and Isabela provinces), northeast Luzon …

Aim We examine the genetic diversity within the lizard genus Gekko in the Philippine islands
to understand the role of geography and geological history in shaping species diversity in …

Among the principal causes producing detrimental effects on global biodiversity are
introductions of alien species. Very few attempts to control introduced amphibians and …