The distribution and habitat preferences of the amphibians of Prespa National Park

The Prespa National Park has a large number ofamphibian species compared to other parts of Greeceand the Balkan Peninsula. This is due to the highvariety of habitats, the existence of relatively largeareas with shallow water around the lake and also dueto the existence of mountainous habitats very c...

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Published in:Hydrobiologia 1997-08, Vol.351 (1-3), p.127-133
Main Authors: Bousbouras, D, Ioannidis, Y
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Amphibia
Amphibians
Anura
Biogeography
Caudata
Freshwater
Habitat preferences
Habitats
National parks
Reptiles & amphibians
Shallow water
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Summary:The Prespa National Park has a large number ofamphibian species compared to other parts of Greeceand the Balkan Peninsula. This is due to the highvariety of habitats, the existence of relatively largeareas with shallow water around the lake and also dueto the existence of mountainous habitats very close toit. In this contribution, information is given on thebiology of the amphibians in the area, plus data onthe distribution and habitat preferences.[PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:0018-8158
1573-5117
DOI:10.1023/A:1003072709927