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Molecular Phylogenetic Estimates of Evolutionary Affinities and the First
PRIMARY RESEARCH PAPER | Philippine Journal of Systematic Biology DOI 10.26757/pjsb2020b14002 Molecular phylogenetic estimates of evolutionary affinities and the first reports of phenotypic variation in two secretive, endemic reptiles from the Romblon Island Group, central Philippines Camila G. Meneses1,2,*, Cameron D. Siler3,4, Juan Carlos T. Gonzalez1,2, Perry L. Wood, Jr.5,6, and Rafe M. Brown6 Abstract We report on the first molecular estimates of phylogenetic relationships of Brachymeles dalawangdaliri (Scincidae) and Pseudogekko isapa (Gekkonidae), and present new data on phenotypic variation in these two poorly known taxa, endemic to the Romblon Island Group of the central Philippines. Because both species were recently described on the basis of few, relatively older, museum specimens collected in the early 1970s (when preservation of genetic material was not yet standard practice in biodiversity field inventories), neither taxon has ever been included in modern molecular phylogenetic analyses. Likewise, because the original type series for each species consisted of only a few specimens, biologists have been unable to assess standard morphological variation in either taxon, or statistically assess the importance of characters contributing to their diagnoses and identification. Here we ameliorate both historical shortfalls. First, our new genetic data allowed us to perform novel molecular phylogenetic analyses aimed at elucidating the evolutionary relationships of these lineages; secondly, with population level phenotypic data, from the first statistical sample collected for either species, and including adults of both sexes. We reaffirm the distinctiveness of both named taxa as valid species, amend their diagnoses to facilitate the recognition of both, distinguish them from congeners, and consider the biogeographic affinities of both lineages. -
Eaabibliography.Pdf
1615 N. St. Mary’s San Antonio, Texas 78215 http://www.edwardsaquifer.org EDWARDS AQUIFER BIBLIOGRAPHY THROUGH 2005 Compiled by: Roberto Esquilin, P.G. Hydrogeologist October 2006 ii TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................1 Purpose and Scope ..................................................................................................1 Description of the Edwards Aquifer .......................................................................2 Other Edwards Aquifer-related Bibliographies ......................................................4 Methodology and Approach ...................................................................................4 References Organization.........................................................................................5 Acknowledgements.................................................................................................6 References Cited in the Introduction ......................................................................7 BIBLIOGRAPHY Overview Studies....................................................................................................9 Archeology............................................................................................................18 Biography..............................................................................................................20 Biology..................................................................................................................20 -
Section IV – Guideline for the Texas Priority Species List
Section IV – Guideline for the Texas Priority Species List Associated Tables The Texas Priority Species List……………..733 Introduction For many years the management and conservation of wildlife species has focused on the individual animal or population of interest. Many times, directing research and conservation plans toward individual species also benefits incidental species; sometimes entire ecosystems. Unfortunately, there are times when highly focused research and conservation of particular species can also harm peripheral species and their habitats. Management that is focused on entire habitats or communities would decrease the possibility of harming those incidental species or their habitats. A holistic management approach would potentially allow species within a community to take care of themselves (Savory 1988); however, the study of particular species of concern is still necessary due to the smaller scale at which individuals are studied. Until we understand all of the parts that make up the whole can we then focus more on the habitat management approach to conservation. Species Conservation In terms of species diversity, Texas is considered the second most diverse state in the Union. Texas has the highest number of bird and reptile taxon and is second in number of plants and mammals in the United States (NatureServe 2002). There have been over 600 species of bird that have been identified within the borders of Texas and 184 known species of mammal, including marine species that inhabit Texas’ coastal waters (Schmidly 2004). It is estimated that approximately 29,000 species of insect in Texas take up residence in every conceivable habitat, including rocky outcroppings, pitcher plant bogs, and on individual species of plants (Riley in publication). -
Gekkotan Lizard Taxonomy
3% 5% 2% 4% 3% 5% H 2% 4% A M A D R Y 3% 5% A GEKKOTAN LIZARD TAXONOMY 2% 4% D ARNOLD G. KLUGE V O 3% 5% L 2% 4% 26 NO.1 3% 5% 2% 4% 3% 5% 2% 4% J A 3% 5% N 2% 4% U A R Y 3% 5% 2 2% 4% 0 0 1 VOL. 26 NO. 1 JANUARY, 2001 3% 5% 2% 4% INSTRUCTIONS TO CONTRIBUTORS Hamadryad publishes original papers dealing with, but not necessarily restricted to, the herpetology of Asia. Re- views of books and major papers are also published. Manuscripts should be only in English and submitted in triplicate (one original and two copies, along with three cop- ies of all tables and figures), printed or typewritten on one side of the paper. Manuscripts can also be submitted as email file attachments. Papers previously published or submitted for publication elsewhere should not be submitted. Final submissions of accepted papers on disks (IBM-compatible only) are desirable. For general style, contributors are requested to examine the current issue of Hamadryad. Authors with access to publication funds are requested to pay US$ 5 or equivalent per printed page of their papers to help defray production costs. Reprints cost Rs. 2.00 or 10 US cents per page inclusive of postage charges, and should be ordered at the time the paper is accepted. Major papers exceeding four pages (double spaced typescript) should contain the following headings: Title, name and address of author (but not titles and affiliations), Abstract, Key Words (five to 10 words), Introduction, Material and Methods, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgements, Literature Cited (only the references cited in the paper). -
Legal Authority Over the Use of Native Amphibians and Reptiles in the United States State of the Union
STATE OF THE UNION: Legal Authority Over the Use of Native Amphibians and Reptiles in the United States STATE OF THE UNION: Legal Authority Over the Use of Native Amphibians and Reptiles in the United States Coordinating Editors Priya Nanjappa1 and Paulette M. Conrad2 Editorial Assistants Randi Logsdon3, Cara Allen3, Brian Todd4, and Betsy Bolster3 1Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Washington, DC 2Nevada Department of Wildlife Las Vegas, NV 3California Department of Fish and Game Sacramento, CA 4University of California-Davis Davis, CA ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS WE THANK THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS FOR FUNDING AND IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS RELATED TO THE DEVELOPMENT, EDITING, AND PRODUCTION OF THIS DOCUMENT: US Fish & Wildlife Service Competitive State Wildlife Grant Program funding for “Amphibian & Reptile Conservation Need” proposal, with its five primary partner states: l Missouri Department of Conservation l Nevada Department of Wildlife l California Department of Fish and Game l Georgia Department of Natural Resources l Michigan Department of Natural Resources Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation Arizona Game and Fish Department US Fish & Wildlife Service, International Affairs, International Wildlife Trade Program DJ Case & Associates Special thanks to Victor Young for his skill and assistance in graphic design for this document. 2009 Amphibian & Reptile Regulatory Summit Planning Team: Polly Conrad (Nevada Department of Wildlife), Gene Elms (Arizona Game and Fish Department), Mike Harris (Georgia Department of Natural Resources), Captain Linda Harrison (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission), Priya Nanjappa (Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies), Matt Wagner (Texas Parks and Wildlife Department), and Captain John West (since retired, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission) Nanjappa, P. -
Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae: Brachymeles): Taxonomic Revision of Pentadactyl Species Groups and Description of Three New Species
Herpetological Monographs, 24, 2010, 1–54 E 2010 by The Herpetologists’ League, Inc. PHYLOGENY-BASED SPECIES DELIMITATION IN PHILIPPINE SLENDER SKINKS (REPTILIA: SQUAMATA: SCINCIDAE: BRACHYMELES): TAXONOMIC REVISION OF PENTADACTYL SPECIES GROUPS AND DESCRIPTION OF THREE NEW SPECIES 1 CAMERON D. SILER AND RAFE M. BROWN Biodiversity Institute and Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Kansas, 1345 Jayhawk Boulevard, Lawrence, KS 66045-7593, USA ABSTRACT: We use data from external morphology and mitochondrial gene sequences to provide the basis for a taxonomic revision of two polytypic, pentadactyl Philippine species of scincid lizards of the genus Brachymeles. Although previous studies have noted significant morphological variation among island populations, the similarities in body size and scale pigmentation and pattern have led to the continued recognition of these two ‘‘widespread species.’’ A third, widespread, pentadactyl species, Brachymeles talinis, is known from Jolo Island and the central and northern Philippine islands. We evaluate both morphological and genetic data to define species limits in B. boulengeri, B. schadenbergi, and B. talinis. Our molecular and morphological data indicate each of the four subspecies of B. boulengeri, and both subspecies of B. schadenbergi, are genetically distinct, with ranges biogeographically circumscribed, differ from their congeners by numerous external morphological features, and therefore should be recognized as full species. Our morphological and genetic data necessitate the recognition of northern populations of B. talinis (from Luzon Island) as a new species and also reveal an unanticipated new species from Masbate Island. Finally, morphological data require the recognition of the B. talinis population from Jolo Island as a unique, new species. -
Molecular Phylogenetic Estimates of Evolutionary Affinities
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Edwards Aquifer Bibliography Through 2010
1615 N. St. Mary’s San Antonio, Texas 78215 http://www.edwardsaquifer.org EDWARDS AQUIFER BIBLIOGRAPHY THROUGH 2010 Compiled by: Roberto Esquilin, P.G. Hydrogeologist Robert Clarkson Program Manager August 2011 i TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1 Purpose and Scope .................................................................................................... 1 Description of the Edwards Aquifer.......................................................................... 2 Other Edwards Aquifer-related Bibliographies ........................................................ 4 Methodology and Approach ..................................................................................... 4 References Organization ........................................................................................... 5 Acknowledgements ................................................................................................... 6 References Cited in the Introduction ......................................................................... 7 BIBLIOGRAPHY Overview Studies .................................................................................................... 10 Archeology .............................................................................................................. 25 Biography ................................................................................................................ 27 Biology ................................................................................................................... -
FEIS Citation Retrieval System Keywords
FEIS Citation Retrieval System Keywords 29,958 entries as KEYWORD (PARENT) Descriptive phrase AB (CANADA) Alberta ABEESC (PLANTS) Abelmoschus esculentus, okra ABEGRA (PLANTS) Abelia × grandiflora [chinensis × uniflora], glossy abelia ABERT'S SQUIRREL (MAMMALS) Sciurus alberti ABERT'S TOWHEE (BIRDS) Pipilo aberti ABIABI (BRYOPHYTES) Abietinella abietina, abietinella moss ABIALB (PLANTS) Abies alba, European silver fir ABIAMA (PLANTS) Abies amabilis, Pacific silver fir ABIBAL (PLANTS) Abies balsamea, balsam fir ABIBIF (PLANTS) Abies bifolia, subalpine fir ABIBRA (PLANTS) Abies bracteata, bristlecone fir ABICON (PLANTS) Abies concolor, white fir ABICONC (ABICON) Abies concolor var. concolor, white fir ABICONL (ABICON) Abies concolor var. lowiana, Rocky Mountain white fir ABIDUR (PLANTS) Abies durangensis, Coahuila fir ABIES SPP. (PLANTS) firs ABIETINELLA SPP. (BRYOPHYTES) Abietinella spp., mosses ABIFIR (PLANTS) Abies firma, Japanese fir ABIFRA (PLANTS) Abies fraseri, Fraser fir ABIGRA (PLANTS) Abies grandis, grand fir ABIHOL (PLANTS) Abies holophylla, Manchurian fir ABIHOM (PLANTS) Abies homolepis, Nikko fir ABILAS (PLANTS) Abies lasiocarpa, subalpine fir ABILASA (ABILAS) Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica, corkbark fir ABILASB (ABILAS) Abies lasiocarpa var. bifolia, subalpine fir ABILASL (ABILAS) Abies lasiocarpa var. lasiocarpa, subalpine fir ABILOW (PLANTS) Abies lowiana, Rocky Mountain white fir ABIMAG (PLANTS) Abies magnifica, California red fir ABIMAGM (ABIMAG) Abies magnifica var. magnifica, California red fir ABIMAGS (ABIMAG) Abies -
Bibliography of the Edwards Aquifer, Texas, Through 1993
BIBLIOGRAPHY OF THE EDWARDS AQUIFER, TEXAS, THROUGH 1993 Compiled by Julie A. Menard U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY Open-File Report 95-336 Prepared in support of a study by the CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN WATER RESOURCES, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Austin, Texas 1995 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BRUCE BABBITT, Secretary U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY Gordon P. Eaton, Director Any use of trade, product, or firm names is for descriptive purposes only and does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. For additional information write to: Copies of this report can be purchased from: U.S. Geological Survey Earth Science Information Center District Chief Open-File Reports Section U.S. Geological Survey Box 25286, Mail Stop 517 8011 Cameron Rd. Denver Federal Center Austin, TX 78754-3898 Denver, CO 80225-0046 CONTENTS Abstract .................................................................................................................^^ 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................^^ 1 Purpose and Scope .................................................................................................................................................... 1 Description of the Edwards Aquifer ......................................................................................................................... 1 Sources of Related Information ............................................................................................................................... -
Additions to Philippine Slender Skinks of the Brachymeles Bonitae Complex (Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae) III: a New Species from Tablas Island
Davis, D., Geheber, A., Watters, J., Penrod, M., Feller, K., Ashford, A., Kouri, J., Nguyen, D., Shauberger, K., Sheatsley, K., Winfrey, C., Wong, R., Sanguila, M., Brown, R., & Siler, C. D. (2016). Additions to Philippine Slender Skinks of the Brachymeles bonitae Complex (Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae) III: a new species from Tablas Island. Zootaxa, 4132(1), 30-43. https://doi.org/10.11646/zootaxa.4132.1.3 Publisher's PDF, also known as Version of record License (if available): CC BY Link to published version (if available): 10.11646/zootaxa.4132.1.3 Link to publication record in Explore Bristol Research PDF-document This is the final published version of the article (version of record). It first appeared online via Magnolia Press at http://www.mapress.com/j/zt/article/view/zootaxa.4132.1.3 Please refer to any applicable terms of use of the publisher. University of Bristol - Explore Bristol Research General rights This document is made available in accordance with publisher policies. Please cite only the published version using the reference above. Full terms of use are available: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/red/research-policy/pure/user-guides/ebr-terms/ Zootaxa 4132 (1): 030–043 ISSN 1175-5326 (print edition) http://www.mapress.com/j/zt/ Article ZOOTAXA Copyright © 2016 Magnolia Press ISSN 1175-5334 (online edition) http://doi.org/10.11646/zootaxa.4132.1.3 http://zoobank.org/urn:lsid:zoobank.org:pub:DA377637-F03E-4EE5-9964-6C34A62BD05B Additions to Philippine Slender Skinks of the Brachymeles bonitae Complex (Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae) III: a new species from Tablas Island DREW R. -
New Loam-Swimming Skink, Genus Brachymeles (Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae) from Luzon and Catanduanes Islands, Philippines
Journal of Herpetology, Vol. 44, No. 1, pp. 49–60, 2010 Copyright 2010 Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles New Loam-Swimming Skink, Genus Brachymeles (Reptilia: Squamata: Scincidae) from Luzon and Catanduanes Islands, Philippines 1,2 3 1 CAMERON D. SILER, ARVIN C. DIESMOS, AND RAFE M. BROWN 1Natural History Museum and Biodiversity Research Center, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas 66045-7561 USA 3Herpetology Section, Zoology Division, Philippine National Museum, Rizal Park, Burgos Street, Manila, Philippines ABSTRACT.—We describe a new species of scincid lizard of the genus Brachymeles from the Luzon Faunal Region of the northern Philippines. We discovered the new species in the Camarines Norte Province of the Bicol Peninsula (Luzon Island) and Catanduanes Island. Until recently, the new species had been mistaken as Brachymeles talinis, a distantly allopatric yet morphologically similar, large-bodied congener from the central Philippines. The new species is the second-largest known species of Brachymeles and differs from its congeners by numerous external morphological features. It is the eighth known Brachymeles from the Luzon Faunal Region and the sixth pentadactyl species in the genus. Scincid lizards of the genus Brachymeles are distributed across multiple faunal regions of the one of only four lizard genera that possess both Philippines. One of these is Brachymeles talinis, fully limbed and limbless species (Brachymeles, which exhibits considerable morphological var- Chalcides, Lerista,andScelotes; Lande, 1978; Wiens iation among populations (Brown, 1956; Brown and Slingluff, 2001; Brandley et al., 2008). and Rabor, 1967; Brown and Alcala, 1980). As Currently, there are 17 recognized species, all currently recognized, B.