Systematics and distribution of the genus Phrynocephalus Kaup, 1825 (Sauria: Agamidae) in the Iranian plateau: A Review
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.6502821Keywords:
Agamidae, Iranian Plateau, Phrynocephalus, Reptilia, SquamataAbstract
There are numerous published data related to taxonomic structure and distribution of one of the most diverse and taxonomically confusing Iranian lizards, the genus phrynocephalus . The genus Phrynocephalus has a close relationship with genera Stellagama, Paralaudakia and Laudakia. There are about 10-12 species of this monophyletic genus in desert regions of Iran. The aim of this study is to provide a review of taxonomic changes as well as distribution plus a brief comparison of the Iranian Plateau phrynocephalus species.
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