Amphibians and reptiles of C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja, Chihuahuan Desert, Texas, USA

We report the occurrence of 50 species of amphibians and reptiles recently collected on C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja in the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas, USA and describe their perceived distribution and abundance across various habitat associations of the region. Our recent surveys follow intense, historic sampling of amphibians and reptiles from this region in 1948. Of the 50 species detected in recent surveys, six were not collected in 1948 and an additional three species documented in 1948 have yet to be detected in a 14-year period of recent surveys. Combining data from both historic and recent surveys, a total of 53 species of amphibians and reptiles are known from the ranch (11 amphibians, 42 reptiles). Land stewardship and conservation practices have likely contributed to the persistence of the majority of these species through time. Additionally, we discuss the status of amphibians and reptiles not collected during recent surveys and comment on potential species that have not yet been detected

Chapter 07. Habitat Model

Habitat model for Spot-tailed Earless Lizard (Holbrookia lacerata

Chapter 00. Collaborative research on the natural history of the enigmatic Spot-tailed Earless Lizard (Holbrookia lacerata) in Texas

Final report. Spot-tailed Earless Lizard (Holbrookia lacerata

Chapter 11.3. Effects of Additional Current and Future Anthropogenic Activities on Landscape

Maps and tables of forecasted future wind development, red invasive fire ant locations, and urbanizatio

Figure 7 from: Davis DИ, LaDuc TJ(2018) Amphibians and reptiles of C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja, Chihuahuan Desert, Texas, USA. ZooKeys 735: 97-130. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.735.22200

We report the occurrence of 50 species of amphibians and reptiles recently collected on C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja in the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas, USA and describe their perceived distribution and abundance across various habitat associations of the region. Our recent surveys follow intense, historic sampling of amphibians and reptiles from this region in 1948. Of the 50 species detected in recent surveys, six were not collected in 1948 and an additional three species documented in 1948 have yet to be detected in a 14-year period of recent surveys. Combining data from both historic and recent surveys, a total of 53 species of amphibians and reptiles are known from the ranch (11 amphibians, 42 reptiles). Land stewardship and conservation practices have likely contributed to the persistence of the majority of these species through time. Additionally, we discuss the status of amphibians and reptiles not collected during recent surveys and comment on potential species that have not yet been detected

Presentation: The Striking Behavior of Rattlesnakes

Rattlesnakes are efficient predators that play an integral role in maintaining the balance within ecosystems. Unfortunately, their capacity to injure or even kill humans has made them among the most misunderstood vertebrates on the planet. Few other groups of animals inspire man's contempt and fascination like rattlesnakes. Many people already find it difficult to relate to snakes, but knowing that rattlesnakes are venomous and that they audibly advertise this fact, most people despise and fear rattlesnakes. Popular culture feeds this fear of rattlesnakes with exaggerations of aggressive and deadly encounters, and this contributes to the persecution of this valuable group of animals. -- This lecture will dispel some of the myths surrounding rattlesnakes by sharing insights into their natural history gained through the use of high-speed videography, thermal imaging cameras, and radio transmitters These technologies have opened new avenues of research on the physiological and behavioral limits of not only rattlesnakes but of other animals. By offering suggestions on how best to avoid encounters with rattlesnakes, coupled with a better understanding of rattlesnake biology, it is hoped that rattlesnakes can be respected as an integral component of the natural landscape.Environmental Science Institut

Amphibians and reptiles of C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja, Chihuahuan Desert, Texas, USA

We report the occurrence of 50 species of amphibians and reptiles recently collected on C. E. Miller Ranch and the Sierra Vieja in the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas, USA and describe their perceived distribution and abundance across various habitat associations of the region. Our recent surveys follow intense, historic sampling of amphibians and reptiles from this region in 1948. Of the 50 species detected in recent surveys, six were not collected in 1948 and an additional three species documented in 1948 have yet to be detected in a 14-year period of recent surveys. Combining data from both historic and recent surveys, a total of 53 species of amphibians and reptiles are known from the ranch (11 amphibians, 42 reptiles). Land stewardship and conservation practices have likely contributed to the persistence of the majority of these species through time. Additionally, we discuss the status of amphibians and reptiles not collected during recent surveys and comment on potential species that have not yet been detected

Phylogenetic structure of Holbrookia lacerata (Cope 1880) (Squamata: Phrynosomatidae): one species or two?

Hibbitts, Toby J., Ryberg, Wade A., Harvey, Johanna A., Voelker, Gary, Lawing, A. Michelle, Adams, Connor S., Neuharth, Dalton B., Dittmer, Drew E., Duran, C. Michael, Wolaver, Brad D., Pierre, Jon Paul, Labay, Benjamin J., Laduc, Travis J. (2019): Phylogenetic structure of Holbrookia lacerata (Cope 1880) (Squamata: Phrynosomatidae): one species or two? Zootaxa 4619 (1): 139-154, DOI: 10.11646/zootaxa.4619.1.