Browsing by Subject "Reptile"
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EcoHealth survey of Herpetofauna in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)In this project, the samples were taken from reptiles’ oral and cloacal cavities. The majority of samples originated from healthy-appearing captive reptiles therefore the bacteria detected in this study form part of the ... -
First report of metallic elements in loggerhead and leatherback turtle eggs from the Indian Ocean
(Elsevier, 2018)Bio-monitoring of pollutants in long-lived animals such as sea turtles is an important tool in ecotoxicology. We present the first report on metallic elements in sea turtle eggs from the Indian Ocean. Eggs of the leatherback ... -
Herpetofaunal survey of the Khaudum–Ngamiland dispersal area in Namibia
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)An extensive Herpetofaunal survey of three under researched areas in North–eastern Namibia (all forming part of the Khaudum Ngamiland dispersal area) was conducted. The areas in question were the Nyae Nyae conservancy, ... -
Metallic elements in Nile Crocodile eggs from the Kruger National Park, South Africa
(Elsevier, 2018)The Nile Crocodile is the largest predator on the African continent. Recent mass mortalities in the Kruger National Park (KNP) raised concerns about possible influence of pollution. We analysed eggs and their eggshells ... -
Metallic elements in South African sea turtle and crocodile eggs and eggshells
(North-West University, 2018)There are concerns about metal concentrations in aquatic and marine environments due to pollution and subsequent bioaccumulation. Contaminants, such as metals and metalloids enter the water environment from industrial ...