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Newly published papers on reptiles and amphibians from the HerpAtlas research library, updated automatically. Browse by animal on the species pages.
- Amphibians' Expansion to Record Elevations Influences Chytrid (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis) Infection Dynamics
Steigerwald E, Gendron C, Chaparro JC et al. · Biotropica. · 2026-03
- Exploring Larval Axolotl Brain Development: Insights Into Developmental and Functional Constraints.
Houle L, Larouche O, Cloutier R · Evolution & development · 2026-03 · open access
Brain evolution in vertebrates has been conceptualized through two major hypotheses: the mosaic and concerted evolution models. The mosaic evolution model suggests that brain structures are primarily shaped by functional constraints, whereas the concerted evolution model emphasizes the role of…
- Bibliometric analysis of pharmacokinetic research on the combination of norfloxacin and tylosin in poultry and reptiles.
Wibisono C, Wijayanti AD, Widiasih DA et al. · Open veterinary journal · 2026-02 · open access
- Anatomic Interactive Atlas of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle ( Caretta caretta ) Coelomic Cavity.
Arencibia A, Melián A, Orós J · Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026-02 · open access
The coelomic cavity of sea turtles is affected by congenital, developmental, traumatic, infectious, and organ- or system-specific disorders, making accurate anatomical knowledge essential for veterinary practice. This study presents an open-access, interactive two-dimensional (2D) anatomical atlas…
- Potential for the American toad ( Anaxyrus americanus ) to contribute to biological control in a vegetable agroecosystem
Margaret R. Douglas, Madeline DuBoyce, Valerie Kuppek et al. · Agrosystems Geosciences & Environment · 2026-02 · open access
- Predation on a Prairie Kingsnake (Lampropeltis calligaster) by a Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana) in Oklahoma, USA, with notes on opossum-snake interactions
Owen Edwards, Neil R. Balchan · Reptiles & Amphibians · 2026-02 · open access
- From nature to robots: a comprehensive survey on lizard-inspired robotics for ground and space exploration.
Das G, Vera A, Choi D et al. · Bioinspiration & biomimetics · 2026-02 · open access
Lizards are among the most biomechanically versatile animals, exhibiting a broad range of physical and behavioral adaptations, such as adhesion, agile locomotion, vertical climbing, righting reflexes, and various tail-assisted aerial maneuvers. These features have inspired a growing body of…
- A Review of the Scale and Sustainability of the Consumption and Trade of Anuran Species in Africa.
Owusu-Gyamfi S, Coad L, Sackey HNK et al. · Ecology and evolution · 2026-02 · open access
Within Africa, collection and trade of anurans is often recorded as single-site case studies, making it difficult to accurately understand the scale of use, its livelihood importance, and impact on species. We conducted a systematic review to: compile literature on anuran uses in Africa; identify…
- Antioxidant supplementation under microplastic stress: Protective or pro-oxidant effects in amphibians.
Park JK, Lee JE, Kim JS et al. · Journal of hazardous materials · 2026-02
- Ácido hialurónico en la cáscara de huevo de Salvator merianae (Squamata: Teiidae)
Fernando H. Campos Casal, E.I. Gomez, F.A. Cortez et al. · Revista agronómica del noroeste argentino. · 2026-02 · open access
- First report of an iridophoroma in a Tegu (Salvator merianae).
Catoi S, Pop R, Bel LV et al. · BMC veterinary research · 2026-02 · open access
- Feeding induces morphological remodeling but not metabolic activation in Boa constrictor (Serpentes, Boidae).
da Mota Araujo HR, de Carvalho JE, Vilela B et al. · Comparative biochemistry and physiology. Part B, Biochemistry & molecular biology · 2026-02
- Weathering the Storm: Legacies of Extreme Meteorological Events and Daily Weather Variability Shape the Skin Microbiota of the Endangered Golden Alpine Salamander Salamandra atra aurorae (Trevisan, 1982).
Pascoe EL, Polli F, Girardi M et al. · Ecology and evolution · 2026-02 · open access
Introduction Ecosystems worldwide are experiencing unprecedented disturbances that are directly (e.g., land‐use change, introduction of non‐native species, pollution) and indirectly (e.g., extreme weather events linked to anthropogenically induced climate change) associated with human activities…
- Detect and Trace: An Australian Field Trial Using Machine-Learning Tools to Combat Illegal Wildlife Trade.
Meagher P, Cincotta J, Phan HTH et al. · Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026-02 · open access
The illegal wildlife trade is a global problem that continues to harm individuals, wildlife populations, ecosystems, and humans at an increasing rate. While efforts are underway globally to address the issue through a coordinated approach, the testing of new technologies in real-world settings…
- Sexual Dimorphism in Dorsal Spot Number and Yellow Surface Area in Fire Salamanders, Salamandra salamandra terrestris Linnaeus, 1758 (Caudata: Salamandridae)
Martin Bozon, Basile Marteau · Journal of Herpetology · 2026-02
- Boxed in or branching out? Movement and resource selection of eastern box turtles (Terrapene carolina carolina) in an urban green space
Max Dolton Jones, Ken Ferebee, William Mark Ford et al. · Urban Ecosystems · 2026-02 · open access
Abstract The eastern box turtle ( Terrapene carolina carolina ) is a long-lived terrestrial turtle species distributed throughout the eastern United States that has experienced widespread population decline. Many eastern box turtle populations are persisting as remanent populations in small,…
- Ball python trade dynamics on UK online classified advertisement sites
Jon Bielby, Matthew Rendle, Kirsty Impey et al. · Royal Society Open Science · 2026-02 · open access
Abstract The trade in the ball python (Python regius) has reduced wild populations significantly, but many of the animals traded and kept as pets are now selectively bred colour and pattern morphs (hereafter just ‘morph’). This switch from wild caught to captive-bred morphs is not cost-free,…
- The origins and potential cross-species transmission of paramyxoviruses and other RNA viruses between native snakes and invasive Burmese pythons in the Florida Everglades.
Shrestha A, Schwarz JW, Feng KH et al. · Journal of virology · 2026-02 · open access
During November-December 2020, a disease outbreak involving eastern mudsnakes ( Farancia abacura abacura ) was documented in the Greater Everglades Ecosystem, Florida, USA. Moribund snakes were observed writhing on riverbanks with concomitant frothy oral discharge. Pathological examination revealed…
- Localized oral histiocytic sarcoma in a leopard gecko (Eublepharis macularius).
Ikeda M, Kondo H, Takekubo A et al. · The Journal of veterinary medical science · 2026-02 · open access
- How ecological opportunity drives asymmetric phenotypic diversity in the gartersnakes, watersnakes, and allies (Natricidae:Thamnophiini).
Núñez LP, Burbrink FT · Systematic biology · 2026-02
- A chromosome-scale genome assembly of Wu's rock agama (Laudakia wui) from low-altitude habitats.
Tan S, Wang Y, Chen Y et al. · Scientific data · 2026-02 · open access
- Discovery of a novel Sindbis virus from Chinese soft-shelled turtle, Pelodiscus sinensis.
Zhan Z, Wu Z, Wang J et al. · Archives of virology · 2026-02
- Antinociceptive effects of subcutaneous hydromorphone in bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps).
Elzinga CD, Johnson AN, Alexander AB et al. · Veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia · 2026-02 · open access
Objective To investigate the efficacy of subcutaneous hydromorphone in bearded dragons by evaluating changes in thermal quantitative sensory testing. Study design Randomized, blinded, crossover experimental study. Animals A group of six client-owned, healthy adult bearded dragons. Methods Thermal…
- FGF2 rescues denervation-induced muscle atrophy in Ambystoma mexicanum.
Nakayama H, Ohashi A, Yamamoto S et al. · Skeletal muscle · 2026-02 · open access
- Effects of Two Different Dietary Calcium Concentrations on Bone Density and Skin Microbiome in Lemur Tree Frogs ( Agalychnis lemur ).
Aguilar MG, Tuminello J, Godke A et al. · Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026-02 · open access
The lemur tree frog ( Agalychnis lemur ), a critically endangered species, can benefit from ex situ conservation programs; however, managing amphibians under human care presents challenges, including the provision of appropriate nutrition. House crickets ( Acheta domesticus ), a common feeder…
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