| dc.description.abstract | A survey on the vertebrates of Wadi Al-Quff Protected Area (WAQPA) was
conducted as part of a management plan preparation. Nineteen mammal
species were recorded and all but one (Marbled Polecat, Vormela peregusna
listed as vulnerable species) are of “least concern” by the IUCN. The pipistelle
bat Pipistrellus pipistrellus was a notable finding as its most southern range of
distribution so far in Palestine. Three amphibians were recorded. Among 21
reptile species recorded, three species of geckos were noted including Kotschy's
Gecko, Mediodactylys (Cyrtodactylus) kotschyi, representing the southern-most
record for this species. Other reptiles recorded include the starred agama
Stellagama stellio (most common reptile in WAQPA), seven species of lizards,
and seven species of snakes. The Spur-thighed Tortoise (Tesudo graeca)
and Gunther’s Skink (Chalcides guntheri) are considered vulnerable species
according to the IUCN Red List. | en_US |
