18-09-2017 - Anatolian Mountain Viper
Pioneers in Central-eastern Anatolia: rapid range assessments of threatened and rare viper species in uncharted territories
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The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund has awarded 293 grants for this species type, constituting a total donation of $2,647,586.
Reptile Conservation Case Studies
01-05-2017 - Bica Anole
The Bica Anole (Norops (Anolis) bicaorum) is a poorly studied lizard species endemic to the Island of Utila, off the Caribbean side of Honduras, Central America. Our project aimed to address conservation concerns relating to populations, whilst collecting additional data and information on the distribution, abundance, morphology, behavior and ecology of this species.
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01-05-2017 - Sancti Spiritus Trope
Cuba is the center of diversification of the colorful dwarf boas’ genus Tropidophis, harboring 60% of all West Indian species. Many have restricted distribution ranges and are subjected to serious threats like habitat loss and intentional killing. The aim of this project is to provide updated baseline information on the ecology, distribution, and conservation status of the dwarf boas inhabiting the Guamuhaya Massif, central Cuba.
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01-05-2017 - Keyserling’s Wonder Gecko
In this project, we will apply an integrative approach using distribution, ecological and molecular data to conserve the Endangered populations of the gecko Teratoscincus keyserlingii in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), severely affected by rapid development and transformation. The results of this project will be used to invert the current decline trend of this species and to protect the fragile and threatened habitats it occupies
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19-12-2016 - Aeolian Wall Lizard
Eolizard. Vulnerability to invasion and conservation genetics of the endemic Aeolian lizard, Podarcis raffoneae
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19-12-2016 - Forsten's Tortoise
The endemic chelonians of Sulawesi are threatened with extinction due to severe deforestation and unsustainable collection for the pet and bushmeat trades combined with a lack of any prior research or conservation efforts. By determining distribution, developing community-based monitoring programs and building much needed assurance colonies through captive breeding programs, we are taking critical steps toward ensuring the long-term ...
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19-12-2016 - African rock python
Survey of bushmeat markets to assess the status of the African snake trade
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19-12-2016 - Javanese Narrow-headed Soft Shell Turtle
Current research aims are assessed Javanese Narrow-headed Soft Shell Turtle (JNSST; Chitra chitra javanensis; in bahasa: Labi-labi Bintang) existence in Java Island and its diet preference data. Research will be conducted on three large rivers across Island that flow over years (Ciliwung, Bengawan Solo, and Brantas).
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22-09-2016 - Sardinian grass snake
Improving the knowledge of Sardinian grass snake (Natrix natrix cetti)
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22-09-2016 - Gympie broad-tailed gecko
Determine the distribution, habitat and conservation status of the restricted and endangered Gympie broad-tailed gecko, Phyllurus kabikabi
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