16 new Australian lizard species discovered


This is a video on geckos in Australia.

From Wildlife Extra:

Genetic study finds treasure trove of new lizards in Australia

04/03/2009 22:21:15

Australia lizards much more diverse than thought as 16 new species discovered by DNA tests

March 2009. University of Adelaide (UA) research has discovered that there are many more species of Australian lizards than previously thought, raising new questions about conservation and management of Australia’s native reptiles.

PhD student Paul Oliver, from US’s School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, has completed a detailed genetic study of the Australian gecko genus Diplodactylus and found more than twice the recognised number of gecko species, from 13 species to 29. The study was undertaken in collaboration with the South Australian Museum and Western Australian Museum.

First UK ‘stock-take’ for reptiles and amphibians – Your help is needed: here.

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