Herpetofauna of the Lake District around Burdur

Authors: OĞUZHAN EGE, BATUHAN YAMAN YAKIN, CEMAL VAROL TOK

Abstract: This study investigated the amphibian and reptilian fauna of the Lake District around Burdur, Turkey. A total of 21 amphibian and reptile species were identified, consisting of two anurans, two turtles, one tortoise, seven lizards, and nine snakes. A zoogeographical assessment was also carried out in which the chorotypes and the IUCN criteria of the species were added.

Keywords: Burdur, Lake District, herpetofauna, Amphibia, Reptilia, chorotype, zoogeography

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