Title of article :
Northern distribution limits of Trachylepis vittata and the locally apparent lack of polymorphism
Author/Authors :
Mulder, J Natural History Museum Rotterdam - Department of Vertebrates - Rotterdam
Abstract :
Attention is drawn to the overlooked occurrence of the Bridled skink in relatively northern provinces of central Turkey, viz. Sivas and Gümüşhane. Zoogeographical issues are discussed and ecological implications of living at high elevations are compared to those of lowland conditions. The apparent lack of uniform and bilineata colour pattern morphs, viz. the absence of polymorphism is indicated.
Keywords :
distribution , polymorphism , Trachylepis vittata , Turkey
Journal title :
Astroparticle Physics