Based on a recent molecular phylogenetic study, the South Asian microhylid genus
Uperodon (subfamily Microhylinae) currently comprises of 12 valid species that are largely …

In this study, we investigate species level diversity in the monotypic frog family Micrixalidae,
which is endemic to the Western Ghats of Peninsular India. Attempting the first near …

Amphibians exhibit extraordinarily diverse sets of reproductive strategies among
vertebrates. Understanding life history strategies in an evolutionary framework is lacking for …

Vocal sacs are among the most conspicuous features of anurans and are particularly striking
in casque-headed treefrogs (Hylidae: Hylinae: Lophyohylini) with their wide array of …

Most of the limnological studies in India have focussed on a few taxa of large, permanent
water bodies, and pond ecosystems, and related temporary water bodies are neglected.  …

In the present work, we discuss the results of a four-day long rapid survey around Dhamapur
Lake and surrounding freshwater habitats in the Sindhudurg District of Maharashtra through …

We rediscovered two species of toads, Bufo stomaticus peninsularis and Bufo brevirostris,
which were described from Peninsular India 84 and 101 years ago, respectively, but have …

We present a comprehensive inventory of amphibians from Panna Tiger Reserve in Madhya
Pradesh based on morphological, molecular and bioacoustic data. Representatives of 15 …

Abstract Rashtrapati Bhavan Estates is a large semi-natural area comprising significant
patches of secondary forest, cultivation, wetlands and parks in the heart of Delhi, the capital …

Herpetofauna (Amphibians and Reptiles) also play a crucial role in ecosystem function.
They are important predators of many insects and agricultural pests and are therefore …