Archiv/Abstracts 2004

Schildkröten im Fokus, Bergheim 1 (1): 22-34

Thomas & Sabine Vinke

Testudo hercegovinensis Werner, 1899 – die Dalmatinische Landschildkröte

Testudo hercegovinensis Werner, 1899 – the Dalmatian tortoise

Abstract

Differences between Testudo hercegovinensis and Testudo hermanni boettgeri are evaluated taking into consideration the recent revaluation of Testudo hercegovinensis. In addition, distinctive morphological signs are given, together with information about the habitat in Croatia. Differences to Testudo h. boettgeri in reproduction biology under captive conditions are highlighted. The reproduction rate of Testudo hercegovinensis appears to be significantly lower than in Testudo h. boettgeri (usually only 1 clutch with 3-5 eggs a year). Threshold temperature for TSD seems to be much lower in Testudo hercegovinensis. Breeding constantly at 31.5 °C resulted in females only. There is no difference in incubation period (59-60 days) at these conditions.

Key words

Testudines: Testudinidae, Testudo hercegovinensis, systematic aspects, reproduction biology, artificial incubation

Authors

Thomas &: Sabine Vinke
E-Mail: S-T-Vinke@gmx.de

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