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AUSTRALIAN BIODIVERSITY RECORD 

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2009 (No 2) ISSN 1325-2992 February, 2009 

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BIBLIOGRAPHY 

OF 

AUSTRALIAN HERPETOLOGY 

Part 1. An annotated bibliography 

of herpetological articles published in the serials 

’The Australian Reptile Club Journal’ (1952), ‘Reptilia’ (1954), and ‘Herpetofauna’ (1963-1990)* 

by 

Richard W. Wells 

P.O. Box 826, Lismore, New South Wales 

Australia, 2480 

Introduction 

The following annotated and indexed bibliography of 562 articles represents a diverse, sometimes 

superficial, and at times pioneering body of knowledge that for the most part came from the efforts of 

amateur herpetologists. Three related serials have been examined viz the ‘Australian Reptile Club Journal’, 

‘Reptilia’ and ‘Herpetofauna’. All were initially published in Sydney, New South Wales by an amateur 

organization formed in 1949 as the ‘Australian Reptile Club’ (this later became the Australian Herpetological 

Society). 

I have managed to personally sight all material listed and the citations included in this bibliography are 

considered by me as the essential literary content of the serials examined. Only the most trivial matter has 

been excluded. 

Like many other Australian publications in zoology, only a handful of citations to ‘Herpetofauna’ have been 

indexed by the Zoological Record, so it was considered desirable to compile an annotated bibliography of 

the articles published. Indeed, it is curious how selective the Zoological Record inclusions have been, as 

some issues of ‘Herpetofauna’ have had some of its relatively minor articles included in the Record, but not 

others of at least equal or even greater biological value. It is hoped that this bibliography will assist 

researchers in Australian herpetology not having easy access to this particular series of publications. 

Availability 

Most of the recent issues of ‘Herpetofauna’ may be purchased from the Australasian Affiliation of 

Herpetological Societies, P.O. Box R307, Royal Exchange, Sydney, 2000. However, the print runs of most 

of the early issues of these serials were very low and many are now extremely rare publications. In the event 

that researchers are unable to obtain these early issues from the Publishers copies of all citations listed may 

be obtained at cost from the environmental library of BIOSPHERICA (as PDFs only) by sending requests to 

P.O. Box 826, Lismore, NSW Australia 2480. 

*Footnote 1. This Part was previously published (1997) as ‘Hawkesbury Herpetological Society, Special Publication No 

1’ which is now long out of print. It is reproduced here with only minor corrections and emendments. The entire 

Bibliography of Australian Herpetology will now be published in Parts in the Australian Biodiversity Record to encourage 

a wider use of this literature for the further study and conservation of Australia’s reptile and amphibian fauna.

Australian Biodiversity Record, 2009 (2): 1-241 

Foundation of the Journals 

The Society that originally published these journals has scant records of its history surviving, and its 

publishing activities are particularly poorly known. In the absence of a detailed early history or even 

something like an Official Records of the Australian Reptile Club, (or as it is now known, the ‘Australian 

Herpetological Society’), it has been quite difficult to trace the history of this series of publications. Therefore 

only a few brief introductory notes on the ‘organization’ and its publishing history are offered here. 

The Australian Reptile Club was formed in 1949 by Roy D. Mackay. Apparently, the Founding Meeting did 

not take place until 28 February, 1950 when 8 members attended. Virtually nothing is known of these early 

days, as most of the Club’s early records were reportedly destroyed in a fire. However, despite this fire, 

some of the supposedly ‘destroyed’ records reappeared at the 31st AHS reunion meeting in 1981; curiously 

the ‘owner’ did not return them to the Society or even allow photocopies to be made, and at the conclusion 

of the reunion meeting, the documents again disappeared. This has apparently been a periodic problem with 

the Society’s records - sometimes those who were charged with the responsibility of creating the records of 

the Society’s activities, seem to have assumed that such documents became the personal property of the 

office bearers concerned upon leaving office. This was obviously not the correct way to manage the affairs 

of a public organization. It could be argued that the records were the legal property of the Society as a 

whole, and retention by anyone other than a duly elected official could be considered at a minimum 

unethical, or worse, as theft. Subsequently elected executive officers often have had to start from scratch as 

far as the society records were concerned and this has resulted in a deplorable situation from the 

perspective of planning and historical study. 

Nevertheless, fragments of the early activities of some members appear in the newspapers of the period 

allowing a fragmented picture of the organization to emerge. Although this is not the place to deal in depth 

with the history of the Australian Herpetological Society, it is obvious that the group has at times drifted from 

one crisis to another, and that these crises have been significant events in relation to the administration of 

the group’s activities such as its publishing endeavours. In brief, I have detected four recognizable ‘events’ 

that seemed to have significantly affected the activities or policy of the Club/Society: snakebite its 

consequences (1950-1963), the need for Reptile protective Legislation (1963-1973), the creation of the 

‘Affiliation’ (1973-1977), and the effects of Reptile protective Legislation on members (1974-1990). 

Snakebite its Consequences (1950-1963) 

Snakebites, often fatal, were the subject of considerable media coverage in Australia during the 1950’s and 

no doubt caused considerable concern amongst the Club’s officers of the day. Much of the media hysteria in 

relation to snakes seems to have been generated by the death of one of the most experienced members of 

the Australian Reptile Club, Kevin Budden, who had been fatally bitten by a Taipan on a collecting trip to 

north Queensland. This much publicised tragedy was on the one hand largely responsible for the 

development of a Taipan antivenom, but on the other, it regenerated a media panic on snakebite that had 

largely laid dormant in the Australian press since the 1920s. The death of Kevin Budden appears to have 

had profound and long-lasting consequences for Australian amateur herpetology (and possibly even reptile 

conservation) in Australia, and this was particularly evident within the membership of the Australian Reptile 

Club. There is no doubt that the Australian Reptile Club executive thereafter took a dim view of young 

members handling venomous snakes, and the culmination of this concern was the splitting of the Club into 

Junior and Senior Sections. This partitioning of the Club membership appears to have been a rather divisive 

and poorly considered action that really resulted in a perception of a critical attitude towards the snakehandling 

activities of some very competent Junior members while some negligent Seniors were at times 

subjected to less control or criticism. This caused long-standing dissension in the organization and 

effectively derailed a more co-operative approach to various Club activities, such as field trips and in 

particular the publication of articles on herpetofauna. 

Need for Reptile Protective Legislation (1963-1973) 

A growing appreciation for appropriate standards of animal husbandry for captive reptiles also appears to 

have been the catalyst for much activity (and concern) in the early 1960’s, ultimately resulting in the 

Australian Herpetological Society calling for Legislation to be enacted to eliminate the depredation on 

reptiles by the Pet Trade in the late 1960’s. But in their enthusiasm, they even attacked some of their own 

members’ activities, and indeed there were rumours circulating in the 1960s that a member of the Society 

had been responsible for the fire-bombing of a Pet Shop in Sydney that had been reported by members to 

be involved in the maltreatment of reptiles! The enthusiastic way some Presidents of the AHS chastised 

other members for their lack of ability as reptile keepers appears to have had the main effect of smearing all 

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amateur herpetologists in the eyes of more professional herpetologists - who tended by and large to give the 

Club a fairly wide berth. Thus by the time reptile protective policy and Legislation was achieved in 1973- 

1974, some of the more experienced members had cultivated close working relationships with various 

officers of the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service - ostensibly to eliminate the commercial trade by the 

Pet Industry, but also even the keeping of reptiles in captivity by anyone other than an approved elite. This 

absolutely incensed part of the membership of the Australian Herpetological Society, who argued that a 

focus on a prohibition on keeping rather than an expansion of habitat protection would prove counterproductive 

to the conservation of reptiles in NSW - and lead to little more than an argument of how reptiles 

died rather than sustainable solutions for their long-term survival. Consequently, the membership was 

deeply divided over the potential ineffectiveness of legal protection and even perceived the emerging threat 

to scientific herpetology itself should amateur enthusiasts become caught in the same net as the 

Commercial Traders. This period of conflict over the direction of conservation efforts constantly 

overshadowed the work of a few members who were struggling to encourage the membership to publish in 

the Society’s journal ‘Herpetofauna’. 

Creation of the ‘Affiliation’ (1973-1977) 

In 1973, concurrent with the debate and concern over Protective Legislation, the AHS decided to change the 

format and content of ‘Herpetofauna’ as some AHS officers believed that when protection of Reptiles was 

achieved, the AHS would be better placed if it professionalized ‘Herpetofauna’ and the Society as a whole. 

Beginning with volume 6 (1) the Journal improved dramatically and thereafter attracted the interest of an 

amateur herpetologist in South Australia, H.F.W. Ehmann. So began the next major crisis period of the 

Society. 

H.F.W. Ehmann who was based in South Australia, regarded himself as the unofficial leader of Australian 

amateur herpetology during the early 1970s - and actively promoted his particular vision for Australian 

herpetology to various groups - in particular the Australian Herpetological Society. 

Basically, he wanted to merge the activities of all of the amateur herpetological Societies under a single 

‘Affiliation’ and ‘Herpetofauna’ would become their common periodical. He maintained an opinion to the 

various Society memberships that this would create a stronger base for not only the publication, but also 

when dealing with Wildlife Authorities when Reptiles were eventually given legal protection Australia-wide. 

On the surface this seemed a reasonable idea, but there were those who were not convinced that the 

Ehmann Plan was as benevolent as it appeared. Deep distrust and suspicion soon emerged between 

Ehmann and some of the members of the AHS, who felt rather insulted by an approach that was interpreted 

to be annoyingly patronising and at times even duplicitous. His nick-name amongst some members of the 

AHS at the time became ‘Schemen Ehmann’ reflecting his constant promotion of various dreams and plans 

for Australian herpetology. Indeed, key long-standing members of the AHS at the time could see no grounds 

for having someone who wasn’t even a member of the AHS ‘saving’ their journal when it had finally reached 

a professional standard (resulting in the biggest subscription level in its history). Additionally, Harald 

Ehmann was at the time the President of the then Herpetology Group of the Field Naturalists Society of 

South Australia, and some members of the AHS even interpreted his actions as little more than cheap takeover 

tactics of one Society by another. 

This turned out to be the beginning of another period of considerable disruption of not only the AHS, but for 

all the various amateur Societies in Australia, as the Ehmann Plan was not universally accepted by any 

means. Many continued to believe that ‘Herpetofauna’ was now well on its way to being a successful 

publication and that there was no justification for the AHS to, in effect, relinquish control of its Journal. There 

was some strong opposition to this plan within the AHS Executive and for a while it looked as though the 

Ehmann Plan would be rejected as unworkable. However, the political machinations that Ehmann 

orchestrated to overcome this opposition soon had some of Australia’s most experienced herpetologists 

caught up in arguments with one another, that sometimes caused AHS meetings in the Australian Museum 

to degenerate into farce. Feuds erupted between long-time colleagues, that in some cases raged on for 

years. As Australia’s largest society for amateur herpetologists began to disintegrate as a result of the infighting 

and the effects of protective legislation, the AHS membership plummeted along with its financial 

capacity to publish its Journal. As this drama unfolded within the AHS, Ehmann befriended the then 

President of the Royal Zoological Society Herpetology Group, also in Sydney, (Marion Anstis) and 

convinced her of the desirability of merging the RZS group with the AHS ostensibly to counter both Societies 

declining membership levels. The AHS and the RZS was both not too keen on this idea of Harald Ehmann’s 

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either, as the members of both Societies enjoyed the services that were offered by two essentially different 

organizations, and that included the provision of different Journals. It was not until June 1975 that the 

Societies were formally merged as part of the Ehmann Plan, and this was only a matter of weeks after 

Marion Anstis had been elected the new President of the AHS. 

The technical absorption with ‘Herpetofauna’ of the official RZS Herpetology Section journal, the RZS 

Bulletin of Herpetology (of which only three parts were ever published) was a direct outcome of this 

agreement. However, this ‘merging’ really only occurred in name, as most of the members of the RZS did 

not join the AHS, nor redirect their ‘Bulletin’ contributions to ‘Herpetofauna’. They just stopped publishing 

their own Journal. 

In 1977, the Australian Herpetological Society itself eventually became part of the ‘Australasian Affiliation of 

Herpetological Societies’, but only after all the other Societies had been convinced by Harald Ehmann to join 

forces by ‘Affiliation’. Marion Anstis was still the President of the AHS when the formal submergence of the 

AHS into the ‘Affiliation’ took place. Although by this time you could count the numbers of financial members 

of the AHS on one hand, the combined subscription base of the other Societies to ‘Herpetofauna’ was now 

greater than that provided by the AHS on its own and Harald Ehmann promoted the view that the other 

Societies had a right to exert greater influence on the Journal’s future than did the AHS. The AHS lost many 

members after entering the ‘Affiliation’ (or the ‘Affliction’ as it was known in some circles) and quiet and notso-quiet 

dissension rumbled through the AHS for years afterwards. 

The membership in part believed that the AHS had lost control not only of its Journal, but also of its 

independence. In April, 1978 I became President of the AHS and immediately distanced the AHS from the 

‘Affiliation’ concept wherever possible, and protested Harald Ehmann’s continual interference in AHS affairs 

and policy. This return to a more independent posture resulted in the AHS membership growing by hundreds 

over the coming months. I had threatened to withdraw the AHS from the ‘Affiliation’, and return control of 

Herpetofauna to the AHS, but Harald Ehmann pointed out that the Affiliation Constitution made such an 

action so difficult as to be a waste of time. I soon after met with all the leaders of the various herpetological 

societies in Australia, and advised them that the AHS intended to publish a new journal - the Australian 

Journal of Herpetology - and it was intended to publish more scholarly or academic papers in that Journal 

than could be accommodated by the outlet offered by ‘Herpetofauna’ - which they now controlled through 

the ‘Affiliation’. This action was totally opposed by Harald Ehmann who regarded it (rightly) as an attack on 

his attempt to control the direction of amateur herpetology in Australasia. Ehmann began to effectively lobby 

the more myopic part of the AHS Executive to overturn earlier decisions to publish the Australian Journal of 

Herpetology. AHS Executive Committee Meetings started being held in secrecy (without President being 

advised) to discuss the abandonment of earlier agreed objectives to leave the ‘Affiliation’ and to produce a 

new Journal. When I learnt of the extent of the AHS Executive’s secret involvement with Ehmann’s Plan, I 

resigned from the Presidency of the AHS (along with two other AHS Executives). In March 1980 we formed 

the ‘Australian Herpetologists’ League’, and one year later, issued the first issue of the Australian Journal of 

Herpetology. The Australian Journal of Herpetology was first published in 1981 and is still in existence, 

although it failed to gain support from the professional herpetological community in Australia, who preferred 

to publish their limited output mainly in the traditional scientific Journals. But that will be the subject of 

another article. 

Thus, Harald Ehmann was eventually responsible for the quasi-merging of the publishing activities of the 

various amateur Herpetological Societies in Australia and New Zealand under his ‘Affiliation’ umbrella, with 

‘Herpetofauna’ eventually becoming the common publication of AHS, Victorian Herpetological Society, 

South Australian Herpetology Group, and the Western Herpetology Group as he had wanted; the New 

Zealand Herpetological Society entered this Affiliation on 23 May, 1978 and other smaller regional Groups 

are also included nowadays. Thus, as a consequence of this ‘amalgamation’ the demise of the South 

Australian Herpetologists’ Group’s ‘South Australian Herpetologist’ and the Royal Zoological Society of NSW 

Herpetology Group’s ‘Bulletin of Herpetology’ occurred. The loss of these serials was a matter of 

considerable concern to some members of the Societies affected despite the touted advantages of the 

Societies pooling their resources for a single publication. The Victorian Herpetological Society’s journal 

‘Monitor’ continued to be independently published by the VHS until it ceased publication in recent years. 

Although the creation of the ‘Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies’ was finally ratified by all the 

Australian groups on 25 June, 1977, the ‘Affiliation’ had already assumed control of the publication of 

‘Herpetofauna’ from the August, 1976 issue onwards. By 1990 this ‘Affiliation’ was still merely a loose 

amalgamation of the various amateur groups in Australia, and it is still to this day ‘convened’ by Harald 

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Ehmann and it still has as its primary function the publication of ‘Herpetofauna’. It is still a matter of some 

debate whether ‘Herpetofauna’ actually needed ‘saving’ back in 1973 when the concept of the ‘Affiliation’ 

germinated, but it is now very clear that ‘Herpetofauna’ has never been stronger. 

Effects of Reptile Protective Legislation (1974-1990) 

The most serious crisis in the Society’s history undoubtedly occurred with the successful establishment of 

this much sought after protective Legislation in New South Wales in 1974. Unfortunately, the principle lobby 

group for the protection of Reptiles the amateur herpetologists of the AHS became the main targets of 

Wildlife Authorities’ efforts to protect reptiles. Numerous members of the AHS were raided by National Parks 

and Wildlife Service Officials - sometimes with carloads of Police, and on occasions with Customs and 

Quarantine Officers being included. On one particular occasion, Police forced an amateur herpetologist to 

the ground in front of his wife and family and held a revolver to his head after he verbally objected to his 

home being raided. Another Society member when faced with the seizure of his snakes by NPWS and 

Taronga Zoo officials attempted to commit suicide by thrusting his arm into a cage full of dangerously 

venomous snakes that he had successfully kept for many years. Other members went into financial ruin 

trying to fight cases in Court and paranoia about who would be raided next ran riot and many abandoned 

their interest in herpetology altogether and were never heard from again. Others ‘went underground’ after it 

was ‘leaked’ to the Society that an AHS office bearer (Noel Leech) had secretly given a list of all members’ 

names and addresses to the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service in 1974. Additionally, following a 

revelation that the Queensland National Parks and Wildlife Service intended seizing the Specimen Registers 

of the Queensland Museum and launching prosecutions against past benefactors to the Museum, AHS 

members destroyed diaries, preserved specimens - anything that could be seen as potentially incriminating. 

Apparently, it was only the threat of the resignation of the entire Staff of the Queensland Museum that had 

prevented this proposed seizure by QNPWS. Staff at the Australian Museum in Sydney at that time were 

astonished at the potential destructive consequences of such NPWS actions to their long standing 

amateur/professional collaboration and resolved not to give details of benefactors names in any data supply 

to the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service in case a similar scenario also emerged there. 

Nevertheless, paranoia raced through both the amateurs and professionals alike in relation to research in 

herpetology and the possible legal consequences of its publication, and people took measures they 

considered appropriate under the circumstances. That misplaced protective legislation and bureaucracy in 

the 1970s had very negative consequences for herpetology and indeed for reptile and amphibian 

conservation in Australia, there is no doubt. However, this is not the place to unravel that can of worms. 

All of these events and others had complex interactions which caused great disruption in the running of a 

club like the AHS. Often though, even in crisis periods, some members were welded together with a 

common desire for public education activities such as exhibition and lectures so that reptiles, in particular 

snakes, could be better appreciated by the general public. Another ‘cause’, at least by most of the 

Executives’ attitudes, was the desire to advance the frontiers of knowledge in their area of interest. Despite 

all the trials and tribulations of the Society, the more enlightened enthusiasts made regular pleas for 

members of the AHS to publish their observations in ‘Herpetofauna’. Surprisingly, the professional 

herpetological community in Australia during the 1950’s apparently did little if anything to assist in the 

amateurs’ endeavours to establish a Journal. It is only in recent times, that such interest has developed 

amongst some academic herpetologists, and in any case, it is a completely different group of researchers 

that is leading the way. The publishing of observations has seemingly been of perennial interest more to 

amateur herpetologists than professionals, and even though the various disruptions mentioned have 

undoubtedly affected such endeavours, it is quite amazing how much has actually been produced. 

Some of the conditions prevailing at the various times may also be gleaned from the fragments of members’ 

news that appear in these serials, and those particular citations have fairly comprehensive annotations in 

this Bibliography to assist in the eventual construction of what would be a fascinating Society history. The 

author has photocopies of numerous minutes, correspondence and other ephemera relating to the 

Australian Herpetological Society and other such societies should anyone be interested in further study. 

Although this bibliography ends at 1990, ‘Herpetofauna’ is still published to this day (2009) and another 

bibliography dealing with articles published from 1990-2008 will be published later. 

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Publishing of the Journals 

‘Australian Reptile Club Journal’ 

The first serial published by the Australian Reptile Club was titled ‘The Australian Reptile Club Journal’ in the 

year 1952 and this is believed to be the first serial devoted solely to Herpetology published in Australia. It 

was little more than roneoed typescript, but there was an obvious enthusiasm evident even in its first 

Editorial. However, as can be seen from the citations, the unknown Editor relied heavily (perhaps too 

heavily?) on the republication of extracts of various popular herpetological works. Only one volume of the 

Australian Reptile Club Journal, comprising three separate numbers, appears to have been published as 

follows: 

Vol 1 No 1 [May, 1952] 

Vol 1 No 2 [June, 1952] 

Vol 1 No 3 [July, 1952] 

‘Reptilia’ 

In 1954 the journal name changed to ‘Reptilia’, along with the volume/part sequence. ‘Reptilia’ was still the 

Australian Reptile Club’s official Journal so in the absence of evidence to the contrary, it could be regarded 

as a changed-title continuation of the first Serial. ‘Reptilia’ was published approximately monthly, until July, 

1954 when it too appears to have ceased publication. Only one Volume, (comprising 6 separate issues, with 

one issue representing two parts, resulting in 7 ‘Numbers’) is known:** 

Vol 1 No 1 [January, 1954] 

Vol 1 No 2 [February, 1954] 

Vol 1 No 3-4 [March-April, 1954] 

Vol 1 No 5 [May, 1954] 

Vol 1 No 6 [June, 1954] 

Vol 1 No 7 [July, 1954] 

**Footnote: Another Part of this Serial – previously unknown - has been recently discovered and will be 

included in a future Part of the Bibliography of Australian Herpetology. 

An attempt was made in 1973 to reprint ‘Reptilia’ (see listing). There are no records of any other Serials 

being published by the Club between 1954 and 1963. 

‘Herpetofauna’ 

The organization changed its name to the ‘Australian Herpetological Society’ in 1957, and soon after the 

1963 Annual General Meeting in Sydney, the Society renewed publication of its official Journal under the 

name of ‘Herpetofauna’, the name originally suggested by Bill Hosmer back in 1952. 

The publishing sequence and stated dates of publication of ‘Herpetofauna’ follows, and the correct dates of 

publication where known have been included in parentheses: 

Not Numbered [May, 1963] – (Regarded as ‘Volume 1’, but not Vol 1 part 3 as later published by others) 

Vol 2 No 1 [January, 1970] 

Vol 2 No 2 [March, 1970] 

Vol 2 No 3 [October, 1970] (Not Volume 1 as printed) 


Vol 3 No 2 [May, 1971] 

Vol 3 No 3 [August, 1971] 

Vol 3 No 4 [November, 1971] 


Vol 5 No 1 [May, 1972] 




Vol 6 No 1 [June, 1973] 

Vol 6 No 2 [December, 1973] 

Vol 7 No 1 [June, 1974] 


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Vol 9 No 2 [March, 1978] 


Vol 10 No 2 [20 February, 1979] 

Vol 11 No 1 [31 August, 1979] 

Vol 11 No 2 [28 February, 1980] 

Vol 12 No 1 [20 August, 1980] 

Vol 12 No 2 [March, 1981] 

Vol 13 No 1 [Dated 20 August, 1981 (but not published until September, 1981)] 

Vol 13 No 2 [Dated 20 February, 1982 (but not published until April, 1982)] 

Vol 14 No’s 1-2 [Combined issue of both parts dated August, 1982 and April 1983 (but not published until 

November, 1983)] 

Vol 15 No’s 1-2 [Combined issue of both parts dated August, 1983 and February 1984 (but not published 

until March, 1986)] 

Vol 16 No’s 1-2 [Combined issue of both parts dated August, 1984 and February 1985 (but not published 

until November, 1986)] 

Vol 17 No’s 1-2 [Combined issue of both parts dated February, 1987 and August, 1987 (but not published 

until November, 1987)] 

Vol 18 No 1 [May, 1988] 


Vol 19 No 1 [May, 1989] 

Vol 19 No 2 [Dated November, 1989 (but not published until September, 1990)] 

The foundation Editor of ‘Herpetofauna’ was David Blyth Millar. Only one original issue of the first number 

survives, and from all reports, only a few copies were originally printed anyway. It was not given a Volume or 

Part number, being simply presented as the issue for May, 1963. 

As mentioned above, the establishment of ‘Herpetofauna’ unfortunately coincided with what appears to have 

been another period of considerable disruption for the Society, with various Office Bearers inexplicably 

resigning their positions, and the establishment of a somewhat authoritarian form of management of the 

Society. Indeed, the Editorial of the first issue of ‘Herpetofauna’ in 1963 contained a virtual threat of 

expulsion from the Society of any member who failed to submit at least one article for the Journal every 

year, or at a minimum, a satisfactory written explanation of their failure to provide an article! Needless to 

say, the next issue of ‘Herpetofauna’ did not appear for some seven years. 

During 1969 I attended a number of meetings of the Australian Herpetological Society where much 

discussion took place on the desirability of again issuing the official journal of the Society. The Society 

meetings in those days were held at the farm of the then President Geoff Manning (at Clark Road, 

Riverstone, a western suburb of Sydney), and seemed to be monthly social gatherings for herpetologists 

looking for something to do between field trips. The President Geoff Manning and some of the recent 

members of the Society at the time were particularly keen to republish ‘Herpetofauna’, and soon after, a 

small group of members put together a roneoed issue (published on 4 January, 1970). ‘Herpetofauna’ had 

reappeared under the Editorship of Geoff Manning. 

As it was assumed by some members at the time that the May, 1963 issue of ‘Herpetofauna’ had 

represented ‘Volume 1’, the reissuing of ‘Herpetofauna’ in January, 1970, began as ‘Volume 2’. 

Some members argued that the reissuing in 1970 should have begun as Volume 1, owing to the lack of 

volume numbering of the May, 1963 issue as well as the possibility that other as yet unknown parts may 

have been published during this earlier period. In effect, a New Series was being created, and should have 

been numbered as such. 

Another issue of Herpetofauna appeared in March, 1970, again as part of Volume 2. Several months 

elapsed before another issue was published (in October, 1970), and it was numbered as ‘Volume 1 No 3’ ! 

Some members thought that this meant ‘Herpetofauna’ had reverted to the more logical numbering as a 

New Series. The Editor however merely made a mistake in the numbering - this issue should have been 

Volume 2 No 3. At the time the general monthly meeting of the Society discussed the matter at some length. 

The meeting took place at Parramatta, NSW as the Society’s monthly meetings had been moved from 

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Riverstone to the old Scout Hall in Argyle Street Parramatta, following the then President Geoff Manning’s 

departure to Canberra. 

I attended the particular meeting also, along with the members directly involved with the publishing of 

‘Herpetofauna’ - Noel Leech, Gerry Swan and Barry Lowe as well as several others strongly interested in the 

Journal. It was remarked that the October, 1970 issue (printed as ‘Volume 1, No 3’) should have been 

Volume 2, No 3, to avoid confusion with the earlier numbering adopted when the Journal was republished in 

January, 1970, and was thereafter accepted as such. Subsequent issues up until February, 1972 maintained 

the numbering pattern set in January, 1970. 

This idea in 1970 that the first issue of ‘Herpetofauna’ of 1963 had represented a ‘Volume 1’ may have led to 

the later anomalous bibliographical listing of an early ‘Herpetofauna’ article in an important paper by Trinca, 

Graydon, Covacevich and Limpus (Medical Journal of Australia, 1971: 801-809) - Millar’s paper on 

Tropidechis carinatus from the May 1963 issue was cited as having been published in Herpetofauna, 

Volume 1- part 3! [Incidentally, the same error recently appeared again when another article from this first 

issue of Herpetofauna - Morris, Tritton and Tritton’s paper on Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii - was cited by 

Greer (1990: Biology and Evolution of Australian Lizards: p. 237) as being from volume 1 (3). When asked 

about this Allen Greer informed me that he gained the ‘Herpetofauna’ volume/part number from the 

information provided by the present Editor Gerry Swan. Gerry Swan had previously tried to save the early 

publications from disappearing by issuing photocopied handouts that contained copies of the three parts of 

the Australian Reptile Club Journal, part of the May, 1963 issue (Millar’s paper only), and abstracts of what 

he considered were the most important parts of the issues of ‘Herpetofauna’ published in 1970. At that time 

(as now) no one was really quite sure what had been published before 1970, but it is certain that the May 

1963 issue was the first issue of ‘Herpetofauna’, and that it was not given a volume number. 

It should be mentioned also, that the February, 1972 issue was misnumbered, as Volume 4 No 4. This error 

was never corrected, and was thereafter ignored, because the next volume was published as Volume 5, 

meaning that Volume 4 No 4 was all that appeared for Volume 4. Gerry Swan had become the third Editor of 

Herpetofauna beginning with volume 3 (and remained the Editor up until 1990 – and beyond for many 

years). 

So, in conclusion, ‘Herpetofauna’ had its beginning as an Annual, was resurrected as a tri-yearly in 1970, 

then a quarterly until early 1973, and from June 1973 until the present, a bi-annual [although in the 1980’s 

the serial was subject to long delays between volumes]. 

Its quality has varied as much as its contents, and its publication and distribution unpredictable to the point 

of being chaotic. But for the most part, the Journal has provided an outlet for numerous articles that are 

biologically significant contributions. On the negative side, a most disturbing trend with this Journal (and 

others for that matter) in recent times – concerned the issuing of a number of parts of the Journal with 

incorrect dates of publication. Presumably this was done to maintain a patina of regularity due to the 

obligations of a subscription-based distribution when confronted with unforeseen delays in publishing. 

However, such convenience dating of serials tends to create more problems than it solves, as articles may 

be cited incorrectly in bibliographies creating disputes over priority of research, as well as confusion 

amongst librarians and information managers trying to maintain ‘current’ awareness. It is obvious that at 

times this problem could have easily been avoided by Editorial intervention. At first glance, one may believe 

that some issues of ‘Herpetofauna’ were ‘in press’ for up to nearly three years as in the worst case. 

Incorrectly dated numbers of the journal to my knowledge reached the printers only a matter of weeks before 

printing, so could easily have been correctly dated with at least the right year ! 

Regardless of these few shortcomings, ‘Herpetofauna’ is today a serial with a wide readership amongst 

herpetologists in many parts of the World, and its influence is growing. It is therefore imperative that the 

Journal always be correctly dated, and that greater Editorial pressure be exerted on authors to ensure that 

their contributions cover the existing literature adequately; some contributions have been woefully 

inadequate in this regard - even relevant articles from previous issues of ‘Herpetofauna’ itself have at times 

been totally ignored. Over the years of my interest in the literature on herpetology, I have been astounded at 

times by the lack of use of critically important references by authors. It is sometimes hard to establish 

whether authors were ignorant of earlier literature or just ignored what they knew to be relevant in order to 

inflate the significance of their own contributions. One cannot be too critical of the former situation as the 

literature on Australian herpetology is vast and until now no serious attempt has been made to 

comprehensively evaluate, or even list, the many thousands of articles that have been published. Journals 

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such as ‘Herpetofauna’ are very important in developing a researcher’s analytical ability, and a better 

understanding of the literature is of paramount importance in meeting this objective. To be fair though, 

‘Herpetofauna’ has always been a forum for the publication of general natural history notes on reptiles and 

amphibians that could not have made it into the main stream zoological literature - usually owing to the 

brevity of the articles – so the short-comings are minor when balanced against its value to herpetology in 

Australia. 

Arrangement of the Bibliography 

The bibliography is arranged in alphabetical order of primary authors’ surnames. The numbers preceding 

each article are used for cross-referencing citations with the indices. Author/s surnames are followed by their 

complete initials where known, even if those initials did not appear on the original publication. Names 

appearing in brackets [] indicate that the name did not appear on the original publication and that the 

author’s identity has been subsequently determined. Institutional authorship is not recognised in this 

bibliography, such contributions being relegated to either the responsible author/s where known or an Editor 

known to be specifically responsible for the particular contribution; in the absence of the authors’ or Editors’ 

identity, such articles have been listed as ANONYMOUS contributions. Note also that some of the 

contributions cited under ANONOMOUS authorship may be corrected later when or if the identity of the 

original author is determined. Note also that the year cited following the author/s name is the actual year of 

publication, and that this may not necessarily be the same as that appearing on the original contribution. 

Titles of articles have been cited in a standard format that ignores the original use of capital letters unless 

they have been used for proper nouns or Latin names used in biological classification (eg Generic and 

Familial Names). 

Annotations 

Annotations are intended to be informative and are provided within brackets [] following citations whose title 

is considered insufficient to adequately describe the contents of the article. The detail of the annotations 

tends to be greater for the older, less accessible issues of the serials. However, the annotations for the most 

part are merely overviews of the content of articles, and often more correctly reflect my own interests (hence 

the detail on distribution and habitat where even museum specimen numbers are included). 

Generally, except in the case of passing comment on matters on which I had personal experience, no 

attempt has been made to make a critical evaluation of the data presented in the papers examined. Thus, 

the taxonomy used in the annotations is that which appears in the actual paper; occasionally it has been 

necessary to place in parentheses after a particular taxon the currently used name, but I have tried not to 

make a habit of this. To assist in the alignment of contributions containing dated or incorrect taxonomy with 

current classification, I have cross-referenced all the articles against the current taxonomy in a separate 

index. 

As stated earlier, the annotations essentially reflect my own particular interests, with emphasis being placed 

on distributional data. The Subject Index attempts to be comprehensive so should be consulted first on 

specific details; many articles include subject matter that has only been mentioned in the Subject Index. 

In the event that the citation has been published prior to its appearance in the Journals covered by this 

bibliography, a note mentioning the original source immediately follows the citation, and such papers are 

given only brief annotations if at all, and none of them are included in the Subject Index - unless they 

represent a new version of the original contribution. It is intended to cover this material in another 

bibliography if it is considered relevant to this region. 

Subject Matter and Indices 

The subject matter of this bibliography essentially concerns the Reptiles and Amphibians of Australasia. All 

species mentioned in original contributions (including all other native fauna), are indexed. However 

comparisons with, and the names of, foreign species that have been exclusively derived from the existing 

literature are generally not indexed. Similarly, the contents of mere reprintings of earlier contributions from 

other sources did not warrant inclusion in the Subject Index. 

There are four Indices - an Author Index, a main Taxon/Subject Index, a Taxon/Geographical Index and an 

Invalid Taxonomic Name Index. 

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Citations are indexed by both senior and junior author’s names in the Author Index. Misspellings of author’s 

names have been corrected where apparent, and cross-reference is made between different spellings where 

uncertainty exists as to the correct spelling. 

In the Subject Index an alphabetically arranged listing follows each species, detailing the major area and, if 

relevant, sub-area of biology covered. Each citation is indexed by its reference number appearing in the 

main bibliography. The taxonomy used in the Subject Index is that which appears in the original contribution. 

In cases of names appearing in brackets [] it indicates that the scientific name didn’t appear in full in the 

article, and was determined from the contents of the paper itself; in a few cases, the name chosen was that 

which was in current usage when the article was published as the unambiguous nature of the contents left 

no doubt as to the subject. Misspellings of scientific names are separately identified by ‘[sic]’, but the 

particular citation also appears in corrected form in the main Subject Index. 

A Geographical Index follows the Subject Index. Localities are arranged by Country, State and Place - and 

each locality is followed by an alphabetical listing of the species recorded. Latitude and Longitudes are only 

included with localities if such detail was included in the original paper. 

Acknowledgements 

As this article forms a part of a larger series of papers on the Bibliography of Australian Herpetology, it 

should be mentioned that a complete listing of sources and acknowledgements will appear in the final part. 

However, at this time I would like to thank David R. McPhee for information and general encouragement 

and Allen E. Greer for a complete copy of the first issue of ‘Herpetofauna’. Various officers of the New South 

Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service have supported this project since its inception, in particular Dan 

Lunney and Leighton Llewellyn. Ross Wellington and Catrina McCaghern kindly assisted in checking the 

manuscript, and the (now defunct) Mountain Digital Computers, Blaxland generously made available the 

hardware and technical support necessary for the project in its early days. 

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BIBLIOGRAPHY 

1 Adams, D. 1971 The origin of reptiles. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 11-14 

[General overview of Reptile evolution] 

2 Adams, D. 1971 The origin of reptiles. Part II. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 13-17 

[General comments only] 

3 Adams, D. 1972 Reminder of conservation. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 13 

[Collecting methods - Conservation; plea to protect exfoliated rock habitats from destruction when collecting; 

critical of over-collecting practices; concern that release of captive specimens be in natural habitats] 

4 Adams, D. 1972 The origin of reptiles. Part III. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 17-21 

[General overview of Reptile evolution] 

5 Adams, D. 1972 The feeding of snakes in captivity. Part I. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 14-17 

[General notes on captive husbandry of snakes; records dates of fasting in captivity for Morelia spilotes and 

Demansia psammophis ; records dates of feeding in relation to sloughing for Morelia spilotes, 

Hoplocephalus bungaroides and Demansia psammophis;concludes that snakes may not feed several weeks 

prior to sloughing; recommends resuming feeding as soon as possible after sloughing] 

6 Adams, D. 1972 The feeding of snakes in captivity. Part II. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 5-7 

[General notes on captive husbandry of snakes; ‘scenting’ of meat with natural prey to induce snakes to take 

strips of meat; force-feeding with strips of meat as well as natural prey, but generally critical of practice; 

mentions that faeces examination following capture may provide clue as to correct diet for the species in 

captivity; Feeding records reported for following species - Morelia spilotes (mammals and birds), Demansia 

psammophis (skinks), Denisonia signata (frogs and skinks), Pseudechis porphyriacus (frogs, skinks, mice), 

Austrelaps superbus (frogs, skinks, mice), Pseudonaja textilis (skinks and mice), Notechis scutatus (mice, 

birds, skinks, frogs), Acanthophis antarcticus (mice, birds, skinks), Cryptophis nigrescens (skinks and 

geckos), Drysdalia mastersii (skinks) and Hoplocephalus bungaroides (Skinks, geckos, mice)] 

7 Adams, D. 1973 Broad-headed Snake, Hoplocephalus bungaroides. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 19-22 

[General biological notes on Hoplocephalus bungaroides reported - specimen collected at Kanangra Walls, 

on 21/5/66 found sunning on ground during cool weather - had been snowing previous night - did not eat for 

first 5 months, sloughed on 24/10/66, then began to eat skinks and dragons - mainly nocturnal, but would 

bask in morning, and even at midday if not hot, recorded feeding during both day and night, refused to eat 

mice; considers the species rare in the western Blue Mountains; recorded specimens from the vicinity of 

Royal National Park, south of Sydney, NSW (fed on half-grown mice which are killed quickly with a snap 

bite, and only ever took one lizard); another specimen was taken at Kangaroo Valley, NSW (fed on skinks 

and geckos); records another specimen south-east of Bell, NSW (fed on skinks and geckos); also records 

the species from Lawson and Woodford, NSW; remarks that this species is not uncommon in the Blue 

Mountains; considers distribution covers about 3500 square miles; reports that no one has died from bite, 

attributing this to the small size of the snake; notes similarity in appearance between Morelia spilotes and H. 

bungaroides ; scalation provided for all localities; considers that it does well in captivity; Hoplocephalus 

stephensii - represents the genus on the north coast, ‘and the rarer...H. bitorquatus appears to be an inland 

form’; reported that H. bungaroides is not cannibalistic; reported that H. stephensii and H. bitorquatus both 

cannibalistic; reported that H. stephensii and H. bungaroides both produce live young; reported an instance 

of egg-laying in H. bitorquatus vide [Martin, K.] - 1972: Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 24] 

8 Adams, D. 1973 Letter to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 17-18 

[Reply to criticism by Haffenden (1972) and Gough (1972) of his papers on the captive husbandry of snakes] 

9 Annable, T. 1983 Some observations on vocalization and the use of limb flaps in the Pygopodid 

lizard, Delma inornata Kluge. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 80-82 

[Delma inornata - from Jugiong area, NSW - vocalization and the use of limb flaps in locomotion reported, 

morphological details provided (head shields illustrated of specimen from Wagga Wagga, NSW); 

Phyllodactylus marmoratus - from Wagga Wagga, NSW - states that vocalization is not known; Ctenotus 

robustus - from Wagga Wagga, NSW - reports vocalization; Egernia striolata - from Wagga Wagga, NSW - 

reports vocalization; Egernia cunninghami - from Adelong and Yaven Creek, NSW - reports vocalization; 

Sphenomorphus tympanum - from Adelong and Yaven Creek, NSW - reports vocalization; Lampropholis 

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mustelina - from Armidale, NSW - reports vocalization; Sphenomorphus quoyii - from Gosford, NSW - 

reports vocalization] 

10 Annable, T. 1986 Subcaudal scalation analysis of Pseudonaja textilis (Dumeril and Bibron) in the 

eastern Riverina region. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 40-42 [not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[Measurements, and scalation of Pseudonaja textilis - from eastern Riverina region, NSW and comparison 

with Pseudechis australis] 

11 Anonymous 1952 Editorial. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 1 [unpaginated] 

[Need for an Australian journal in the field of Herpetology] 

12 Anonymous 1952 Christening suggestions. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Suggested names for the Journal - Ken Smith suggested ‘Australian Reptile Magazine’ or ‘Australian 

Reptile Keeper’, and Bill Hosmer suggested ‘Herpetofauna - Official Organ of the A.R.C.’ or ‘Amateur 

Herpetologist’] 

13 Anonymous 1952 Annual Outing. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Annual Outing of Australian Reptile Club to Otford, NSW on 25/4/52- washed out by torrential rain!] 

14 Anonymous 1952 The Eastern Water Dragon. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (2): 1 

[unpaginated] 

[General notes and behaviour of Physignathus lesueurii] 

15 Anonymous 1952 Snake Yarns. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (2): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Review of ‘Wonders of Natural History’ by E.L.G. Watson, 1938 (1947 reprint)] 

16 Anonymous 1952 A new species. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (2): 3 [unpaginated] 

[General mention of undescribed snake coming under the notice of Eric Worrell, Hec Mellor and J.R. 

Kinghorn] 

17 Anonymous 1952 A cure for ‘Mouthrot’. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (2): 3 

[Republication of material from Herpetologica concerning diseases of Constrictor constrictor constrictor] 

18 Anonymous 1952 Thanks Mr Kinghorn. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (3): 1 

[Approval to republish sections of Kinghorn (1929)] 

19 Anonymous 1952 A giant extinct snake. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (3): 2 

[Part republication of ‘A Naturalist on the Gran Chaco’] 

20 Anonymous 1952 Gone Afield. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (3): 2 

[John Dwyer and Wal Lorking departed on a trip to Cairns, Qld on 4/7/52 ‘to Celebrate Independence Day’ 

looking for Oxyuranus scutellatus ; Eric Worrell departed next day for same destination; Roy Mackay on 

Australian Museum Expedition to central Australia intended joining the other three members in Cairns - 

Taipan collecting] 

21 Anonymous 1954 Editorial. Reptilia, 1 (1): [1 page] 

[Standards for amateur Herpetology - Complainant in Queensland wanted the Royal Zoological Society of 

NSW to instigate the official banning of amateur herpetology] 

22 Anonymous 1954 [No title] Reptilia, 1 (1): [1 page] 

[Notice of formation of the Herpetological League of North Queensland] 

23 Anonymous 1954 Large Swamp Snake. Reptilia, 1 (1): 5 

[Report of two specimens of Denisonia signata - from Botany, NSW measuring 32.5’ and 29’ collected by 

Wal Lorking; reported feeding on frogs in captivity; A larger specimen also observed at same locality eating 

an adult Hyla aurea] 

24 Anonymous 1954 Club Items. Reptilia, 1 (1): [1 page] 

[December 1953 Meeting of ARC Report - Roy Mackay and Harold Cogger in attendance; Wal Lorking and 

Alex Holmes read Banjo Patterson’s poem ‘Johnson’s Antidote’; Report from Mrs Dunbar of Traralgon on 

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Moloch horridus received; Allan Willows, Mick Bowers and John Corcoran mentioned; Mr Lascelles (of 

Proserpine) reported trapping a Taipan in log - burnt it to death; Specimens exhibited - 1 Tiliqua nigrolutea 

(locality not specified); the following were exhibited from Bundeena, NSW - two Pseudechis porphyriacus 

and one Ahaetulla punctulatus] 

25 Anonymous 1954 Odd notes. Reptilia, 1 (1): [1 page] 

[Harold Cogger reported Ahaetulla punctulatus eating raw minced meat; Wal Lorking reported that a 

Stegonotus plumbeous 50’ in length, refused food for six months, then took 1/2 grown mouse and adult Hyla 

aurea] 

26 Anonymous 1954 Editorial. Indiscriminate collecting. Reptilia, 1 (2): 1 

[Plea for conservation, recommends standards of practice and appropriate collecting methods] 

27 Anonymous 1954 For your information. Reptilia, 1 (2): 5 

[DDT fatal to reptiles; cages sprayed are fatal for months afterwards; warning on overheating reptiles; 

Pseudophryne bibroni found around Sydney - warning regarding feeding this species to snakes; one 

responsible for convulsive death of Natrix mairii , another caused convulsions lasting 2 hours in a Hypsirhina 

macleayi (which refused to eat further specimens). Tiliqua rugosus shows preference for yellow flowers, 

such as dandilion, milk thistle, cape weed and flat weed. Red Mite eradicated by spraying nicotine sulphate 

and soap suds] 

28 Anonymous 1954 Club Notes. Reptilia, 1 (2): 11 

[Report of January, 1954 meeting of ARC - Mr and Mrs Peter Davis, Peter Neilson, Gwen Green mentioned; 

Margaret Mackay, Roy Mackay, Harold Cogger reported recent trip to southern Qld collecting Pseudechis 

australis,Varanus gouldii ; Price of ‘Reptilia’ fixed at 9d per copy; North Qld League of Herpetologists to be 

asked to affiliate with ARC as Qld Branch (because ‘The time may come when a united front will be 

needed’)] 

29 Anonymous 1954 Feeding Note. Reptilia, 1 (2): 11 

[John Mehrtens (USA member of ARC) reports use of tri-calcium phosphate in diet of captive reptiles] 

30 Anonymous 1954 [No title]. Reptilia, 1 (2): 12 

[Report that Ahaetulla punctulatus (Black-backed variety) predominate in Proserpine area, Qld; Specimens 

from Cairns indicate that colour darkens as range extends north; Report that Australian Avicultural Society 

may make space available for ARC to hold Reptile Display in Sydney Town Hall in June, 1954] 

31 Anonymous 1954 Editorial. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [3 pages] 

[Public lectures and displays in herpetology - general comments and mention of standards of practice] 

32 Anonymous 1954 Collecting hints. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Collecting techniques] 

33 Anonymous 1954 Apology. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Filming Expedition to Queensland with Des Bartlett; Pseudechis mortonensis ‘fairly common’ in Yetman 

area on McIntyre River; Wal Lorking mentioned] 

34 Anonymous 1954 The Japanese Albino Snake. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [2 pages] 

[Extract from ‘Wild Life’ (Melbourne)] 

35 Anonymous 1954 [No title]. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Mention of the albino Tiliqua rugosa figured in Waite (1929)] 

36 Anonymous 1954 Club notes. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Report of March, 1954 meeting of ARC - Moloch horridus on display (Mrs Grace Dunbar of Traralgon, 

Victoria reported that they eat ‘the small black ants so common in gardens’); New Member Les Harris; Henry 

Hirschhorn arranged for Club to stage Reptile Display on April, 1954; Wal Lorking and Alex Holmes gave 

lecture to club on recent trip to Queensland] 

37 Anonymous 1954 [No title]. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Standards of practice - Warning to members on trespassing while collecting] 

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38 Anonymous 1954 Club display at North Sydney. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[ARC held Reptile Display at North Sydney Boys High School, raised 16 Pounds, 15 Shillings for the School, 

of which the ARC received 2 Guineas; ARC has goal to purchase better equipment to produce ‘Reptilia’; 

Display operated by Henry Hirschhorn, William Irvine, Mr Collins, Mr Steele, Wal Lorking and Alex Holmes; 

a very successful display] 

39 Anonymous 1954 The Speed of Snakes. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Extract from Schmidt and Davis (1941), Field Book of Snakes of the United States and Canada’ plus 

additional Editorial comments on the desirability of researching the speed of Australia’s venomous snakes - 

Demansia in particular] 

40 Anonymous 1954 Incomings and outgoings. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Club news - John Corcoran back from NT, joined Army (CMF); W. Hosmer and Louis Robichaux just 

returned from Cairns; Roy Mackay and Harold Cogger planning trip to ‘the back o’ Bourke’ in near future. 

Alex Holmes, Mr Willows and Wal Lorking intending to travel to the far north in July, 1954] 

41 Anonymous 1954 The Cobra. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [3 pages] 

[Naja in captivity - general comments only] 

42 Anonymous 1954 New film. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): [1 page] 

[Bill Thrush previously made film of Reptiles using Wal Lorking’s collection; new film of collecting reptiles in 

natural habitats soon to be screened] 

43 Anonymous 1954 Editorial - Quo Vadis. Reptilia, 1 (5): [3 pages] 

[Standards for amateur herpetology - Report of 5th Annual General Meeting of April, 1954; Complains about 

failure to hold members; meetings need experts in herpetology to give lectures, but few are available; must 

build upon the theoretical knowledge obtained through study of the literature, then apply it practically; 

complains about bias towards merely a superficial interest in snakes by members; attributes lack of serious 

study as reason why experts don’t join ARC; hope for future serious study by members; professionals 

intolerant of ARC; refers to high standards of two members from the Australian Museum ‘one of whom is 

undoubtedly among the best informed in the country on general herpetology’ (a reference to Roy Mackay); 

the other, ‘by his interest and practical work, promises to become a leading authority on the Gekkonidae’ (a 

reference to Harold Cogger); call for better administration of Club activities and need to acquire the 

assistance of well-informed instructors to achieve higher standards] 

44 Anonymous 1954 Aged frog. Reptilia, 1 (5): 3-4 

[Extract from Dec. 1948 issue of ‘Wild Life’] 

45 Anonymous 1954 Roy Mackay down. Reptilia, 1 (5): [2 pages] 

[Club Notes - Roy Mackay, founder of ARC severly injured in car accident near Cooma, NSW; Mention of 

recent letter from Roy Mackay in hospital reporting information on Reptiles obtained from a local resident of 

Cooma district, Mr Wildesmere: Following species known from Cooma district: Denisonia superba, 

Denisonia c. coronoides, Pseudechis porphyriacus, Demansia textilis, Notechis scutatus, Typhlops sp. Mr 

Wildesmere also reported that he examined a Trout ca 18’ long that had eaten a ‘Whip Snake’ ca. 15’ in 

length (D. coronoides is commonly called the ‘Whip Snake’ in this area), Egernia cunninghami plentiful; 

recounts that his dog was killed by a Tiger Snake. Mackay suggests that members train dogs to locate 

snakes - refers to ‘all the Hop. bungaroides at Waterfall’ that might then be located!] 

46 Anonymous 1954 Top job for Club member. Reptilia, 1 (5): [1 page] 

[John Mehrtens (USA member of ARC) - Appointed Curator of Reptiles at Ohio Zoological Gardens] 

47 Anonymous 1954 Bird-eating frog? Reptilia, 1 (5): [1 page] 

[Extract from Oct. 1951 issue of ‘Wild Life’ - See Peterkin, I. (1951)] 

48 Anonymous 1954 April Club Meeting. Reptilia, 1 (5): [2 pages] 

[ARC 1954 AGM report - Elected Office Bearers for 1954-55: Alex Holmes (President), Henry Hirschhorn 

(Secretary), S. Collins (Assistant Secretary), L. Harris (Treasurer), R. Burns (Librarian); Presidential Address 

delivered - Warning to young members regarding the handling of venomous snakes, and expressed the 

Committee’s fear that a junior bitten could potentially destroy the Club; suggestion that consideration be 

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given to having age limit on membership (not eligible if under 16 yrs); Notice of forthcoming ARC display of 

reptiles for June, 1954 at the Sydney Town Hall (in conjunction with the Australian Avicultural Association 

Annual Exhibition); Notice that the Annual Field Day of the ARC was held on Anzac Day, at Helensburgh 

NSW; Bill Hosmer attended the AGM after 3 yrs in Cairns (Bill Hosmer, incidently collected the first 

specimen - a Demansia psammophis - on the first official outing of the club on Anzac Day, 1949, at Hornsby 

Gully, NSW); Guest Lecturer was Bill Hosmer speaking on collecting trips to north Qld] 

49 Anonymous 1954 Annual Field Day. Reptilia, 1 (5): [2 pages] 

[Helensburgh, NSW - ARC Annual Field Day report - Anzac Day, 26/4/54; 10 members attended; the 1952 

Annual Field Day was also to this area; Alex Holmes caught Demansia psammophis within a few yards of 

Helensburgh Station; Ken Smith caught a Hoplocephalus bungaroides; Les Harris found four adult 

Demansia psammophis together under one rock, and within a few yards of this another 2 D. psammophis, 1 

Hoplocephalus bungaroides and 1 Ahaetulla punctulata - this group then returned to Helensburgh; Another 

group of members (comprising Dave McPhee, Ken Smith and Mick Flemming) continued on to Waterfall and 

found 2 Demansia psammophis, 1 Denisonia pallidiceps, 1 Typhlops sp.; Bill Hosmer reportedly went off on 

his own somewhere and caught 3 Denisonia pallidiceps] 


[Report on Sydney Town Hall display, 3-5 June, 1954 - Highly successful; possibly to become Annual event] 

51 Anonymous 1954 Club notes. Reptilia, 1 (6): [1 page] 

[Report of May meeting of ARC - President again introduced subject of handling snakes by members, 

resulting in the formation of a ‘Junior Section’ being created to accomodate all members under 18 yrs; 

resolution adopted that no further members under 18 yrs will be admitted to membership; Committee of four 

(comprising Harold Cogger, Wal Lorking, Allan Willows and William Irvine) elected to prepare all future 

Rules for Meetings and to interview applicants for membership. Junior Section elected its own office Bearers 

(Junior President-William Irvine; Junior Secretary - Henry Hirschhorn (Hirschhorn had been previously 

elected Secretary of the ARC in April, 1954, and with his appointment as Junior Secretary, Wal Lorking was 

elected the new Secretary of the ARC; The Junior Section ‘is to meet an hour before the main meeting of the 

club each month from now on’. Wal Lorking and Harold Cogger were the guest lecturers for the evening] 

52 Anonymous 1954 [No title]. In: [Hosmer, W.] (1954): Collecting trip. Reptilia, 1 (6): 9 

[Untitled Editorial comments regarding taxonomy of Hosmer’s article -Demansia olivacea used in Hosmer 

MS, changed to Demansia psammophis olivacea. Mention that Demansia olivacea atra should now be 

regarded as Demansia psammophis olivacea] 

53 Anonymous 1954 Town Hall Show. Reptilia, 1 (6): [1 page] 

[Success of the Sydney Town Hall Show - Australian Avicultural Association donated 3 Guineas to the ARC, 

and the Club raised another 4 Pounds with the raffle of a miniature cactus garden; significant contributors to 

the display were Allan Willows, Allan Steeles, Les Harris, Harold Cogger, Roy Mackay, and Wal Lorking] 

54 Anonymous 1954 [No title]. Reptilia, 1 (6): [1 page] 

[Request by Sydney University for Sphenomorphus quoyi for research] 


[Captive husbandry of Reptiles; need for appropriate winter temperatures for captive specimens to remain 

healthy; specimens reported to be more susceptible to diseases such as canker and pneumonia during 

winter] 

56 Anonymous 1954 Club notes. Reptilia, 1 (7): [1 page] 

[ARC June, 1954 General Meeting Report - New Members Miss Beverley Thompson, and Mr Ray Witchard; 

William Hosmer gave short talk on rare lizards collected in Queensland; Roy Mackay gave lecture on 

Pythons of Australia; Roy Mackay and Harold Cogger intending to go to Bourke, NSW (hope that Aspidites 

melanocephalus ramsayi will be collected on their trip); Alex Holmes, Willows and Collins on field trip to 

Queensland; William Hosmer departed Sydney 12 July, 1954 to live in Brisbane, Qld] 

57 Anonymous 1963 A.H.S. syllabus for 1963-64. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 18 

[Agenda for Society meetings and lectures] 

58 Anonymous 1971 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 3 (1): 10 [unpaginated] 

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[AHS - Members can now enter Australian Reptile Park free; Geoff Manning (President) moved to Canberra; 

Larry Howard USA member wants to correspond with members; AHS advised that Hawkesbury District 

Conservation Society officially formed on 3/12/1970; Notice of Auction of Reptiles after AGM on April 15, 

1971 to raise funds for AHS; Society would ‘not tolerate the purchase of reptiles at the auction for resale 

elsewhere’] 

59 Anonymous 1971 Editorial. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 1 

[Proposed protective Legislation of Reptiles through Amendments to Fauna Protection Act; intended to 

protect all Australian reptiles in NSW ‘except dangerous species’; considered by Society to be long overdue; 

immediate aim appears to prevent sale of reptiles by individuals and pet shops; Questions whether Act will 

prevent sale of species imported into NSW from interstate ‘particularly Queensland’; also aims to prevent 

removal of reptiles from wild into captivity; education of public to avoid destruction of reptiles also part of 

proposal; AHS assured by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service that Act was not aimed at preventing 

Bona Fide Herpetologists from keeping reptiles; intended to stop backyard zoos ‘from constantly replacing 

dead animals with fresh stock from the wild’; intention to stop easy acquisition of reptiles by individuals 

having no knowledge of their requirements; NPWS informed AHS that permits will be required to keep 

reptiles (‘and this is desirable’); regrets that Act does not specify which species may be kept, and considers 

that this provides a subjective basis for decisions (ie ‘subject to individual interpretation by the individuals in 

power...’); Asks that members give consideration to this proposed Legislation (and ask themselves ‘...any 

good reason why I should be given a permit?’)] 

60 Anonymous 1971 June Meeting. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 4 

[Notice that AHS Meeting on June 17, 1971 will be a discussion on Morelia spilotes] 

61 Anonymous 1971 Report on the Affairs of the A.H.S. for the Year ended April 30, 1971. 

Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 5-7 

[Annual Report of AHS; Announced several changes in meeting place; Reported decline in membership; 

Request to support ‘Herpetofauna’ with articles for publication; AHS Badge being manufactured; No official 

AHS field trips over past year, but numerous private trips reported; Members are currently compiling reports 

on the Red bellied Black Snake, Water Python, Common Blue Tongue, Water Skink, Goannas, and 

Crocodiles; Down to 20 financial members; financial report delivered; Meetings are held in Parramatta Town 

Hall; List of books in AHS library, intention to purchase more books for library; Intend organizing Society field 

trips and publicise Society in hope of increasing membership; Possibly form study groups; Outgoing 

Committee was - President 1970-71 Geoff Manning, Vice President 1970-71 Jack Verhagen, 

Secretary/Treasurer 1970-71 Gerry Swan; Election of 1971-72 Committee held on 15/4/71 (President Gerry 

Swan, Vice-President Jack Verhagen, Secretary/Treasurer Barry Lowe, Librarian Noel Leech)] 

62 Anonymous 1971 Hyla caerulea - Green Tree Frog. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 8-9 

[Extract from article appearing in ‘Lacerta’, November, 1970; English translation] 

63 Anonymous 1971 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 9-10 

[AHS Members asked to record field trips on special forms for Society’s records; Barry Lowe asked 

members if anyone had actually observed a Blue-tongue skink discard its tail; Greg Churchill reported that 

41 juvenile Tiger Snakes (Notechis scutatus) had been born in his collection recently (several kept in 

captivity by AHS members, the rest were released in the Canberra area); Gerry Swan reported the recent 

hatching of 10 Green Tree Snakes (Dendrelaphis punctulatus) in his collection; Report of snakebite at the 

Royal Easter Show in Sydney (‘The Society has much pleasure in announcing that a snake handler at the 

Royal Easter Show Side Show Alley was bitten by a Tiger Snake. Unfortunately he survived’); Geoff 

Manning reported that a juvenile Green Tree Snake (Dendrelaphis punctulatus) in his collection is eating fish 

from the water bowl] 

64 Anonymous 1971 Late additions to the Library. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 11 

[Mention of new titles received in AHS library - donations from Australian Reptile Park and Aquarium Society 

of New South Wales] 

65 Anonymous 1971 Additions to the Library. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 7 

[Mention of new titles received in AHS library - donations partly from Noel Leech] 

66 Anonymous 1971 New Members. Agenda September - December, 1971. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 15 

[New members of AHS announced (M. Leahey, T. De Govrik, K. De Govrik, M. Wills, P. Harlow, D. Baume, 

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P. Weigall, P. Brown); Agenda for future Meetings; Barry Lowe has request for a Physignathus lesueurii 

from South Australia] 

67 Anonymous 1971 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 16 

[Request from AJ. Zwinenberg of Holland for correspondence with Australian herpetologists; Mention of 

calcium dietary needs of juvenile terrapins; Australian Reptile Park currently holding herpetological display at 

Myer’s Store, Parramatta (organised by Jack Green, attended by Greg Miles); Barbara Purse at Taronga 

Zoo informed AHS that Zoo has two Egyptian Cobras on display as well as two Pacific Boas (from Fiji); 

Geoff Manning reported from Canberra that he has recently found a number of dead frogs under rocks, and 

thinks that they could have been frozen to death; Geoff Manning also reported that an Atherton form of the 

Carpet Python has just started feeding after a 12 months fast] 

68 Anonymous 1971 Additions to the Library. Other items available to members. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 7 

[Report that a complete set of the Society’s first magazine ‘Reptilia’ of five issues was donated to AHS 

Library by Henry Hirschhorn - (but note that ‘Reptilia’ was not the first publication, and that actually 6 issues 

of ‘Reptilia’ were published in 1954)] 

69 Anonymous 1971 New members. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 11-12 

[New members of AHS announced (Lyn Abra, Robert Cook, T. Crawt, R. Eastment, B. James, Keith Martin, 

P. Miles, T. Myles, P. Patience, T. Senior, Neil Sonnemann, George White, H. Whitehead); Request for 

Society to stage exhibitions of reptiles, and call for assistance from members - criticism of task falling to 

same few members - organiser Jack Verhagen] 

70 Anonymous 1971 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 18 

[Request for articles for Society magazine ‘Herpetofauna’] 

71 Anonymous 1971 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 23-24 

[Report that Jack Verhagen found four specimens of Dendrelaphis punctulatus together in eroded 

(sandstone) rock formation at Mt White, NSW; Neil Sonnemann wants to correspond with other 

herpetologists; Report that Gerry Swan observed a Kookaburra fly into a specimen of Varanus varius that 

had retreated up a tree, resulting in the goanna falling from the tree; Report of death of specimen of Varanus 

storri from piece of wood lodged in chest while in collection of G. Manning; criticism of recent newspaper 

reports sensationalising snakes; mention of recent Cunnamulla-Eulo lizard races in August; Consideration 

given to official AHS field trip to Hawkesbury River, NSW by boat - organiser Gerry Swan] 

72 Anonymous 1972 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 6 

[Announcement of competition for Best Article for publication in Society’s journal; $25 prize donated by 

benefactor of AHS; Judge Dr Harold Cogger; Competition to be run 6-monthly] 

73 Anonymous 1972 New Members. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 10-12 

[New members of AHS announced (S. Boys, J. Covacevich, J. Craig, M. Davies, D. Fairhurst, P. Gates, J. 

Harriott, J. Harvey, M. Huddy, S. Huddy, K. Jacobson, P. McDonald, S. Marsh, Mr and Mrs R. Moran, B. 

Mules, N. Neander, S. Neist, W. Petras, M. Purvis, P. Rankin, J. Reed, G. Ryan, Mr and Mrs G. Sattler, Mr 

and Mrs D. See, Miss D. See, J. Sharpe, C. Thwaites, J. Wardale, C. Warren)] 

74 Anonymous 1972 Program for 1972. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 16 

[Agenda for future meetings of Society and notice of official AHS field trip to Hawkesbury River, NSW 

planned for 11/3/72] 


[Extract from article by Morris, A.K. and Fox, A.M. on Wedge-tailed Eagles in ‘Parks and Wildlife’, Vol 1, No 

1] 

76 Anonymous 1972 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 22-23 

[Partial reprinting of Mackay, R. (1952) Random Notes. Reptilia, 1 (2): 2-3] 


[Notice of new members of Society (B. Baker, M. Berry, J. Bevan, R. Chamberlain, W.D. Craig, J. Dixon, M. 

Fairhurst, R. Forster, N. Frankham, E. Freys, S. Groom, C. Hobden, G. Hughes, A. Johnson, R. Jurak, R. 

Lilley, B. Lyon, P. Maczi, B. Roberts, B. Routledge, W. Schofield, C. Sinclair, G. Sinclair, A. Sokol, J.K. 

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Tilbrook, T. Watson, G. White)] 


78 Anonymous 1972 Annual General Meeting. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 9-10 

[Report of AGM of AHS held at Australian Reptile Park on 22/4/1972; attended by 35 members; Official 

Address by Mr Fred Hersey of NPWS on the impending Reptile Legislation for New South Wales] 

79 Anonymous 1972 Report on the Affairs of the Australian Herpetological Society for the year ended 

30-4-72. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 11-13 

[Reports of activities of AHS; unprecedented growth for AHS (Membership over 100 for first time, now at 

112); hope that Victorian members may form separate branch of AHS; General Meetings at Parramatta 

Town Hall (average attendance at meetings being 37); circulation of herpetofauna now 150; three official 

field trips in Sydney region during past year] 


[Extract on parasitology from Oxford Biology Reader, No 1 of 1971 - Comparative parasitology of Varanidae 

and Pythonidae] 

81 Anonymous 1972 Program for 1972. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 18 

[Agenda for General Meetings of AHS June-December] 

82 Anonymous 1972 Competition results. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 18 

[Herpetofauna article competition winner was Merv Hay] 


[Reports artificial respiration used to revive a European snake - Natrix natrix] 

84 Anonymous 1972 New Members. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 23 

[Announcement of new AHS members (A. Bubenicek, A. Haffenden, I. Hornyak, G. Husband, J. Suttor, R. 

Waters] 


[Competition results for best Article for Society’s journal award; winners were Julie Tilbrook and Barry Lyon] 


[Announcement of new members of AHS (R. Forsyth, Mr and Mrs R. Fraser, B. Hannan, T. Harriott, G. 

Hawkins, R. Lahey, G. Lake, I. McLeod, M. McSkimming, F. Maaten, N. Percival, N. Perkins, J. Sherwin, R. 

Sullivan, S. Tuckett] 


[Announcement of new members of AHS (G. Daly, B. Thompson, K. Merritt, D. Hopper, T. Moxley, M. Ferris, 

M. Wells, K. Sousa, S. Cook, T. Joy, W.W. Lamar III] 

88 Anonymous 1973 Australian Herpetological Society - Victorian Branch. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 12 

[Notice of the formation of Victorian Branch of AHS (formed 22/11/1972 at Conference Room, National 

Museum, Melbourne -16 persons present, steering committee elected consisting of President - Peter Brown, 

Treasurer - Wal Barker, Secretary - Julie Tilbrook, Committee Members - Andrew Haffendon, Stephen 

Wilson; Branch held first excursion to Toolern Vale, Victoria; hope expressed that other States may form 

Branches of AHS] 


[Reports that the Australian Reptile Park have hatched a clutch of Alligator mississippiensis eggs, thought to 

be first successful hatching outside of USA; also reported the hatching of a clutch of Chrysemys scripta 

elegans, thought to be first successful hatching in Australia] 


[Distribution reported for Tiliqua occipitalis multifasciata - found at Charters Towers, Qld (actually this record 

was based upon the observations of Wells, Martin, Wilson and Gillam who made the discovery at a site 

considerably west of Charters Towers - see Wells, 1990: A reptile-collecting trip through Victoria, South 

Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales. Australian Herpetologist, No 139). 

Distribution reported for Physignathus gilberti - (Rockhampton, Qld); Trachydosaurus rugosus reported as 

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being found in hills behind Mackay, Qld; Reproduction reported in Brachylophus fasciatus - ‘Dr Cogger of 

the Australian Museum has been successful in hatching a female Banded Iguana...from a clutch of eggs laid 

four months previously’] 

91 Anonymous 1973 Frog Calls of S.E. Australia. A Tape Recorded by Gordon Grigg and John Barker. 

Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 26 

[Notice/Review only] 


[Herpetofauna article competition won by P.R. Rankin with article on Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis] 

93 Anonymous 1973 Jottings from our Victorian Branch. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 28 

[Species checklist from Vic Branch of AHS field trip to Mt. Tallarook, 50 miles north of Melbourne, Vic - 

Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Egernia cunninghami, Egernia saxatilis intermedia, Ctenotus l. lesueurii, 

Leiolopisma g. guichenoti, Lerista bougainvillii, several burrowing frogs (presented to National Museum, 

Vic); Another survey at the Goulburn River, Trawood, Vic. revealed Leiolopisma g. guichenoti, Chelodina 

longicollis and several frogs being found around billabongs beside the river; Report of bite by Cryptophis 

nigrescens - member of Vic. Branch bitten by specimen 8’ in length, and hospitalised for a day owing to 

being allergic to venom] 

94 Anonymous 1973 N.S.W. Fauna Protection Act. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): [inside back cover] 

[Reports that Amendment of Fauna Protection Act relating to protection of Reptiles in New South Wales was 

Gazetted on 14 December, 1973; from this date reptiles are protected in NSW; definition of ‘reptile’ provided; 

notice of 6-month ‘adjustment period’ extending from 14/12/73 to 14/6/74, during which time herpetologists 

must complete a certificate of registration and lodge it with NPWS; sale and exchange of reptiles still allowed 

to 14/6/74; list of reptiles declared rare fauna provided: viz Morelia spilotes, Liasis childreni, Aspidites 

ramsayi, Hoplocephalus bungaroides, and Gonocephalus spinipes; Exempted list of reptiles provided: viz 

Egernia cunninghami, Tiliqua scincoides, Trachydosaurus rugosus (but only if retained west of Great 

Dividing Range), Physignathus lesueurii, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Hemiaspis signata, Morelia spilotes 

variegata, Chelodina longicollis, and Emydura macquarii - No more than two of these exempted species can 

be held by keepers and still remain exempt from full provision of Act)] 

95 Anonymous 1974 Book Review. ‘Practical Nature Study’ [By] Goode & Cann. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 

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96 Anonymous 1974 Tiger Snake group research project. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 17 

[Report that a team of herpetologists in Sydney planned to study species in the genus Notechis, with a mark 

and recapture project; intention to precisely map the distribution of Notechis scutatus and correlate this with 

climatic and geographic features; Appeal for information on Notechis from AHS members - co-ordinator 

David Millar] 

97 Anonymous 1975 Hisses and Croaks. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 22-23 

[Notice of merger of Herpetology Group of Royal Zoological Society of NSW with AHS in June, 1975; VHS 

News - (Chairman Peter Brown has resigned, new Chairman is Ron Draper - meetings of Victorian Branch 

are held on third Thursday each month at Sir Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Protection, Heidelberg; 

Announcement of formation of the South Australian Herp Group (SAHG) - now two herp groups in South 

Australia - the herp group section of the SA Field Naturalists Society had wished to form an autonomous 

group from the parent body; the Field Naturalists Society froze its bank accounts; this conflict resulted in the 

formation of entirely new Society - the SAHG; AHS hopes that this will not weaken amateur herpetology in 

SA. Mention of reptile survey being carried out on the site of Redcliff Petrochemical Development on 

Spencer Gulf, being a joint effort of SAHG with members of Western Herpetology Group - a detailed 

illustrated report has been submitted and soon to be published; Western Herpetology Group News (WHG) - 

Members visited the Sir Joseph Banks Islands, SA in November, 1974, 13 Notechis ater niger observed on 

Roxby Island, SA, all being only 80-90 cm in length; a Revesby Island, SA Notechis ater observed was 

longer - ca 120cm - and fatter; other islands visited, but no snakes recorded, probably because of hot 

weather; WHG to be involved in reptile section of Fauna Park being established by Whyalla City Council with 

Federal Government aid, $45 000 being allocated this year] 


[Reports that Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies Draft Constitution is circulating through 

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Societies for comment; notes that some of the proposed Affiliations’ functions have been implemented 

before formal ratification by members, and hopes that Affiliation will be a reality by the end of April, 1976; 

‘Need for unified stand on certain issues’] 

99 Anonymous 1976 Cover photograph - Mating pair of Emoia cyanogaster. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): front 

cover, + p. 1 

[A photograph of Emoia cyanogaster by G. Millen - the photo is of mating pair; caption states - clutch size 

two eggs, only two species of Emoia in Australia, E. cyanogaster and E[moia] atrocostata, restricted to 

Torres Strait and tip of Cape York Peninsula, Qld, Emoia widespread throughout Pacific, extending from Fiji 

to New Guinea, genus Emoia has ca. 40 species, only about 15 have reproductive data recorded, all 

oviparous, and most have clutch size of two eggs] 


[Notice of formation of Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies; mention of proposed protection of 

Reptiles in Victoria; Notice of intention of Victorian AHS members to form separate Society; Conservation 

status of Philoria frosti mentioned; Research on Notechis ater on southern Eyre Peninsula and Flinders 

Ranges mentioned; Whyalla Fauna and Reptile Park mentioned; Report that the Northern Territory is 

attracting Herpetologists’ interest, noting discovery in June 1975 of large new species of python; AHS News 

- Meeting schedules and new Constitution drafted; AHS supports Victorian members’ autonomy; reported 

that the AHS field trip to Oxford Falls near Sydney recorded 19 species among which a Morelia s. spilotes 

and a Boiga irregularis were kept for live display at Australian Museum; SAHG News - Collecting specimens 

for South Australian Museum; the Redcliffe Herptile Survey Report has been published; SAHG held reptile 

exhibitions at shopping centres, schools and Government offices] 


[Mention that Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies is nearly formed; concern about the effect of 

Legislation on study of Herpetology - critical of official concern about herpetologists activities, because no 

biological evidence that herpetologists have caused decline in populations - notes that Hoplocephalus 

bungaroides is more affected by commercial collecting of exfoliated rock for landscaping than by 

Herpetologists - no evidence that Legislation has led to increase in populations of any reptile species - 

Legislation must be based on biological principles or will lose credibility - calls for re-assessment of 

protective Legislation and co-operation between Herpetologists and Authorities to find solution - notes that 

the people most knowledgeable and the strongest supporters for protective Legislation have been the ones 

targeted by officials, rather than concentrating on the prevention of habitat destruction through various 

human activities] 

102 Anonymous 1976 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 15-16 

[AHS News - Richard Wells suggested herp survey of north-western Victoria; At the AHS AGM Eric Worrell 

commented on the problems being experienced by amateur herpetologists in NSW with protective 

Legislation of Reptiles - AHS is to prepare submission to NPWS; SAHG News - collected Amphibolurus 

nobbi and Egernia multiscutata in Wilpena Pound area, SA; Wildlife Show [Adelaide] planned for March 

1977; WHG News - reported observing Pseudonaja nuchalis on trip to Birdsville Track, but did not observe 

Parademansia microlepidota - WHG is considering a trip to Everard Ranges] 

103 Anonymous 1977 Editorial: Reptile Protection Legislation. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 1 

[Protective Legislation for Reptiles - Criticism of complicated permit systems from one State to another - 

warning that misapplied Legislation will cause loss of interest in Herpetology and consequent acceleration of 

loss of species through habitat destruction, feral animals and pollution - Legislation is causing illegal trade in 

Reptiles - Legislation rushed through Parliament by Administrators lacking biological knowledge - credibility 

of Authorities undermined by unsound conservation practices - experience of amateur herpetologists in 

Australia of potential value to conservation agencies but not utilised; Plea for captive breeding of reptiles and 

amphibians to counteract potential losses through habitat destruction] 


[Members News - SAHG about to open elaborate reptile display at the Cleland Interpretation Centre; recent 

field trips to Lower Eyre Peninsula, the Middleback Ranges, Murray Lakes region and south-east of SA; 

Handbook of SA Reptiles still in preparatory stages; AHS News - Richard Wells is working as Technical 

Officer in Northern Territory Museum in Darwin; Graeme Gow and Richard Wells planning trip to Indonesia 

to collect Python timoriensis; ‘Snakes of Darwin’ to be published; Amended NT Ordinance regarding Reptile 

protection reportedly contains greater provision for keeping reptiles in captivity, and will include protection of 

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snakes; VHS News - now producing Newsletters containing breeding data; new Reptile House at Healesville 

Sanctuary opened late in 1976, (Peter Brown is Curator); VHS plans publicity campaign for 1977 to improve 

public image of Reptiles; AHS examines Regulations for Reptile protection in NSW and is compiling a 

Submission of recommendations for the NPWS to consider; AHS has undertaken field work in the Wattagan 

State Forest, NSW and the Lake Menindee region, NSW] 

105 Anonymous 1978 Editorial - The Role of Amateur Herpetology. Herpetofauna, 9 (2): 1 

[Protective Legislation - Discusses role of amateur Herpetology in Australia; Need to undertake field work to 

determine distributions of species; such database useful for planned conservation of reptiles; public 

education by enthusiasts is of value; warning that amateur herpetologists must not become a closed circle of 

enthusiasts, for wider involvement in public and professional levels will have benefits] 


[Members News; Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies formed on 25/6/77; New Zealand 

Herpetological Society may enter Affiliation; First Affiliation Convention planned for Wilcannia, NSW on 

Anzac Day long-weekend, 1978; SAHG News - building transparency collection for poster production; SAHG 

involved in major exhibition of venomous Australian wildlife at South Australian Museum; expeditions to 

Gawler Ranges and Great Victoria Desert planned; continuing survey work of southern Eyre Peninsula, and 

Upper Murray area, SA; continuing public education program by giving numerous talks to schools; filming 

commenced for SAHG production ‘Reptiles of South Australia’; VHS News - large increase in membership; 

Approaching Victorian schools as part of membership drive; Reptiles (including venomous snakes) native to 

Victoria, now protected in Victoria; curious to see how protection laws will be enforced; Northern Territory 

News - As from 1/1/78 all Reptiles and Amphibians (including venomous snakes) are now protected; several 

Herpetologists in Alice Springs and Darwin, but formation of Herpetological Society in Northern Territory is 

considered impractical; Announces recent formation of the Northern Territory Field Naturalists’ Club in 

Darwin; Queensland News - Expression of concern that lack of contact with Queensland Herpetological 

Society over last 3 years may indicate that protective Legislation in Qld has resulted in depression of Bona 

fide amateur Herpetology; AHS News - Formal submission to NPWS on protective Legislation almost 

complete and ready for presentation; Report on Towra Point, Botany Bay, NSW prepared for the Littoral 

Society of Australia; successful Society trip to Macquarie Marshes, NSW held in October, 1977; WHG News 

- Continuing involvement with Whyalla Fauna Park; Study of Pseudonaja spp. on Eyre Peninsula, SA; 

assisted ABC Television in recent production on regional snakes] 

107 Anonymous 1978 Editorial - Captivity and Conservation. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 1 

[Conservation through captive studies discussed - this is a partial republication of original article that 

appeared in the British Herpetological Society Newsletter, of July 1976; Justification of the role of amateurs 

in herpetology; Stresses need for co-operation between conservationists, professional scientists, scientific 

institutions and amateur herpetologists] 


[Members News - NZHS joined Affiliation on 23/5/78; Australian Society of Herpetologists invited to join 

Affiliation, and proposal to be discussed at their AGM at Clare, SA in August 1978; Affiliation Convention at 

Wilcannia, NSW in April, 1978 successful; Next Affiliation convention to be held at Whyalla, SA 16-19/3/79; 

SAHG News - Group has carried out surveys of Mulgathing Station, SA, Commonweath Hill Station, SA, and 

Wilgena Station, SA - also visits made to the south eastern Flinders Ranges, Andamooka Ranges, the 

Murray mallee, Uno Range - intending to undertake work on Kangaroo Island, SA in December 1978; study 

of Nephrurus commenced; VHS News - Constitution implemented on 14/4/78; membership doubled in last 

12 months; Institutional Membership introduced; NZHS News - History of New Zealand Herpetological 

Society mentioned - Formed in Wellington, during 1969; Auckland Branch formed in 1970; Following election 

of an all-Auckland Committee in 1974, Headquarters of NZHS shifted from Wellington to Auckland; 

membership of NZHS ‘just over 100’; AHS News - Intend visiting Macquarie Marshes, NSW again to 

observe snakes; Trip to Mt Kosciusko planned for November; Notification that Richard Wells will be leading 

a three week collecting expedition to New Caledonia departing on 1/1/79 - (Note that this Expedition was 

cancelled following the departure of Ross Sadlier and Peter Rankin for New Caledonia in November 1978 

ostensibly to collect ahead of the organized group; their early departure was not supported by the other 

members of the expedition who wanted the team to leave as a group at the same time in January to 

maximise the likelihood of locating Phoboscincus; Wells and the other herpetologists were forced to 

abandoned the trip in December for a later departure in January, when no replacement for Rankin could be 

found to lower air fares. On the originally intended day of departure, 1 January, 1978, Sadlier and Rankin 

were collecting outside of Noumea, where soon after, Peter Rankin fell from a tree at night and was killed)] 

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[Members News - Announcement of Second Australasian Affiliation of Herpetological Societies Convention 

to be held at Whyalla on 16-19 March 1979] 

110 Anonymous 1979 An Appreciation - Peter Rankin. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 1 


[Affiliation News - Australian Society of Herpetologists declined offer to join Affiliation; Arrangements being 

made to set up radio link between amateur Societies; SAHG News - Surveys undertaken in 1978 to 

Mambray Creek area, SA and Innes National Park, SA; Distribution survey of reptiles in Mt Lofty Ranges, 

SA and searches for Tiliqua adelaidensis during 1979; Trip to Everard Ranges, SA planned; During 1978 

SAHG exhibited reptiles at Royal Adelaide Show, and at Cleland Education Centre; VHS News - Society has 

embarked upon training program for younger members in field work methods; Trips to Cobbledick’s Ford, 

Vic and Ballan, Vic were held, and intend returning in 1979; Request for articles for Newsletter; Captive 

breeding studies to be expanded; Now illegal to collect reptiles and frogs in Victoria without a permit, but 

notes that Regulations have not been published; VHS has licence to collect specimens for National Museum 

of Victoria; NZHS News - Undertook trip to Great Barrier Island, NZ during 1978; Lectures given on 

herpetofauna to community groups; Members urged to preserve all captive specimens that die so that 

museums and universities can obtain study material; Qld News - Large number of herpetologists in Qld 

interested in ‘re-forming’ a Society, but notes that problems with the ‘repressive protection legislation’ and 

‘Constructive advice and comment from interstate of Queensland’s unnecessarily harsh law and regulationenforcement 

is viewed with mistrust and suspicion and is seen as meddling by the Queensland fauna 

authorities’ - considers that ‘anything said outside the state could harm the cause of Queensland 

Herpetologists, so further comments and proposed changes will have to come from within Queensland’; 

AHS News - Membership increasing thanks to lectures to school groups; the Society has undertaken public 

education by providing guest lecturers to various clubs; Exhibition of Reptiles planned for Parramatta during 

early 1979 (Note that the President Richard Wells wanted the AHS to undertake reptile exhibitions at 

shopping centres in Sydney for fees to raise revenue for the AHS, but the AHS Vice President independently 

negotiated with Shopping Centres on his own behalf); mention that an information circular about the AHS 

had been printed, and that the AHS survey of the Colo Wilderness area is being conducted in conjunction 

with the Australian Museum; WHG News - Planning for next Convention under way; Field trips to Gawler 

Ranges, SA, Elliston, SA and the Sir Joseph Banks Islands; Public lectures continuing; Booklet on Eyre 

Peninsula’s venomous snakes being prepared] 


[Affiliation News - Report of discussion on content of ‘Herpetofauna’ at Whyalla Convention; Graeme Gow 

offered book prizes for articles published in ‘Herpetofauna’; Announcement that publishing costs of 

‘Herpetofauna’ are increasing, and that it has only been possible to afford production previously owing to the 

extent of donated effort; cost must increase by at least 50% perhaps 100% from next issue] 


[Affiliation News - Affiliation’s 2nd Convention at Whyalla reported as successful; Third Convention planned 

for Darwin, NT in September 1980; SAHG News - Trip to Simpson Desert via Anna Creek and Lake Eyre 

was undertaken in April; Chris Harvey and Darryl Levi organised three Reptile exhibitions for the SAHG and 

65000 people attended; The Cleland Conservation Park display on Reptiles and Frogs of the Mt Lofty 

Ranges has attracted over 60000 people also; Junior Section of the SAHG is being formed; SAHG recently 

obtained Grant for $1000 from SA Government for research; VHS News -Field work is being carried out 

around Melbourne; Planning to give lectures to about 30 Scout Groups in Melbourne and Ballarat 

commencing September, 1979 and then to school groups in 1980; Indications that further developments on 

the introduction of Protective Legislation in Victoria may be expected in September 1979; NZHS News - 

Involved with the Junior Naturalists in educational talks and field work; Record keeping system for captive 

studies devised by John West; request for specimens to be sent to central collections for study; Involved in 

publicity program to create awareness of NZ endangered lizards; Society approached to assist in 

preparation of the New Zealand Red Data Book; Qld News - ‘North Queensland Herpetological Society’ has 

had two meetings; Elections planned and two field trips have been undertaken; reports that ‘Queensland 

National Parks and Wildlife Service is providing valuable guidance to the new group’; AHS News - Society is 

planning to embark on a limited reptile and frog survey of areas affected by the woodchip industry on south 

coast of NSW; Society held successful exhibition of Reptiles at Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, held in 

conjunction with NPWS, resulting in over $1000 worth of equipment being obtained for further exhibitions; 

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AHS recently celebrated its 30th anniversary; WHG News - Planning fund-raising activities to help members 

get to the next Convention in Darwin; President Peter Mirtschin recently visited the USA; Report that the 

Whyalla Fauna Park is facing financial problems with upgrading of exhibition facilities; Society planning to 

undertake systematic survey work to collect specimens for the South Australian Museum.] 


[Future of ‘Herpetofauna’ discussed] 


[Affiliation News; Affiliation’s 3rd Convention to be held in Melbourne instead of Darwin; SAHG News - 

Participated in faunal survey of Marble Ranges area, on the lower end of Eyre Peninsula, SA during 1979; 

Group has received another $1000 Grant from the SA Government for its survey and educational work; 

Intend completing slide library, improving public display facilities, and undertaking surveys of the Adelaide 

Hills area; During January, 1980 the group discovered a specimen of Simoselaps semifasciata at Uro Bluff 

area, SA; VHS News - Field trips undertaken to Cobbledicks Ford, Vic; Euroa, Vic; Yea, Vic; Walhalla, Vic; 

Reported that the Societies exhibit at the Royal Melbourne Show was successful; members have mainly 

concentrated on captive breeding reptiles; Reptile Protective Legislation and and Regulations still not in 

force; NZHS News - Members have recently undertaken field work on Great Barrier Island, NZ; Society is 

currently researching the survival status of Leiolopisma homalonotum; Expects that legal protection for some 

NZ lizards will come into effect early in 1980; Society has made successful recommendations to the 

Authorities on the kind of permit system necessary to allow members to continue their studies; NQHS News 

- North Queensland Herpetological Society Officially formed in late January, 1980; Has about 30 members 

at present, and intends collecting and selling Cane Toads around Townsville, Qld to raise funds; Regular 

monthly field trips in Townsville area have been held, and they are planning trip to Charters Towers; 

Members have bred Tiliqua mulifasciata and Austrelaps superbus in captivity; Keith Day has collected 27 

specimens of Notaden melanoscaphus near Townsville, Qld; AHS News - Colo Survey nearing completion; 

Second exhibition held at Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in September, and another held in Royal National 

Park, were both successful; Notification that first issue of ‘Bulletin of the AHS’ is in press (Note that this title 

was never published as such); Report that President of the AHS Richard Wells recently visited AHS 

members in Victoria and South Australia, as well as other Societies’ Committee Members, and a report 

given to the January Meeting; Richard Wells resigned as President for ‘personal reasons’ (actually the 

resignation was due to the Convenor of the Affiliation continually interfering in AHS affairs to prevent the 

publication of the Australian Journal of Herpetology by the AHS); WHG News - Survey of Coffin Bay 

National Park, SA resulting in collection of specimens for South Australian Museum; President Peter Hudson 

and Peter Mirtschin collected along the Birdsville Track in October, 1979 and found a DOR Parademansia 

microlepidota - planning to return to the area in February, 1980; Notification that a snakebite manual written 

by Peter Mirtschin, Paul Fennel and Richard Davis for the Eyre Peninsula region has now been published; 

Member Greg Johnston has recieved Grant from the Wildlife Conservation Fund (SA) to further his 

researches on the Middleback Ranges fauna.] 

116 Anonymous 1980 Regional News. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 38-40 

[Affiliation News - Affiliation Convention in Melbourne resolved to improve quality of ‘Herpetofauna’, develop 

an ‘Australasian Herpetologists’ Manual’, support establishment of further Herpetological Societies, and hold 

next Affiliation Convention in New Zealand; Call to increase the subscriber base for Herpetofauna from 700 

to 1000; SAHG News - Planning to carry out survey of Simpson Desert in September, 1980; also planning 

further surveys to the southeast of SA at the end of 1980 and early 1981; VHS News - Has undertaken task 

of compiling the Herpetologists’ Manual; advises that Protective Legislation for Reptiles in Victoria came into 

force on the 1st June, 1980 and that there is a 3-month ‘Amnesty Period’ to 31 August, 1980; As to the need 

for further Regulations and permits being required to cover interstate species already held in captivity, this is 

still an uncertain aspect of the administration of the Act; the VHS is planning to undertake survey of the 

Reptiles and Amphibians of Melbourne’s suburbs; NZHS News - Protective Legislation for NZ lizards still not 

enacted, but believed close; planning to collaborate with Entomological Society of NZ in study of diet of NZ 

lizards; planning to expand public education activities as well as research aimed at publication of 

handbooks; NQHS News - ‘going from strength to strength’; AHS News - Held free exhibition of reptiles and 

frogs at the Lane Cove River Park, in Sydney; planning exhibition of Reptiles at the Annual Wisteria Fete at 

Parramatta; planning another trip to Macquarie Marshes in western NSW for October 1980] 

117 Anonymous 1981 Special Editorial: The Mon Repos Turtle Rookery near Bundaberg, Queensland. 


[Threat to Rookery by proposed development] 

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[Affiliation News - Plans for Affiliation New Zealand Convention announced; Winners of Book Prizes 

announced (Bruce Dick, Greg Fyfe, Glen Shea and Steven Delean); NZHS News - Protective Legislation for 

NZ lizards expected soon; recent trip by Society to Great Barrier Island, NZ has located largest known 

colony of Leiolopisma homalonotum; WHG News - Regular meetings no longer held, changed to irregular 

informal meetings; Still involved in the Whyalla Fauna Park reptile exhibit; VHS News - Field work 

undertaken to Naracoorte, SA, and Portland, Vic; Protective legislation now in force, and most collections 

have been inspected by wildlife authorities; a potential problem to confront is interstate exchange of 

specimens; AHS News - Finances eased after undertaking paid exhibition of Reptiles at the Australian Pet 

and Accessories Show in Sydney; Trip to Macquarie Marshes in October successful, despite drought 

conditions; March 27, 1981 meeting to be 31st Anniversary reunion of AHS with an illustrated history review 

presented; SAHG News - Undertook successful joint VHS/SAHG trip to Portland, Vic; Junior Section 

undertook trip between Ceduda and Tarcoola and observed Varanus gilleni; the Junior Section is planning a 

study on Amphibolurus decresii to start March, 1981; NQHS News - Recently held second Elections, and 

members have undertaken lectures on herpetofauna to school groups in the Townsville area] 


[Affiliation News - Details of forthcoming Affiliation’s NZ Convention; Winners of Book prizes announced 

(Trevor Christian, John Hopgood and Mark Galliford); Rankin Fund recipients announced (Mark Fitzgerald, 

Arthur Georges, Russell Parker, Glen Shea); NZHS News - Protective Legislation now in force and more farreaching 

than anticipated, with ‘Special Authorities’ now being required to keep most species; WHG News - 

Peter Hudson is planning a trip to Europe to study wildlife; VHS News - Planning to change name of its 

Newsletter to ‘Bulletin of the VHS - Monitor’ (Actually, this became ‘Monitor - Bulletin of the Victorian 

Herpetological Society’ and apparently ceased publication after 3 issues); AHS News - 31 year reunion 

successful, with five of the twelve founding members present, including Founding Secretary Roy Mackay; 

Discussions with NSW NPWS over past six months have resulted in review of Licencing system; SAHG 

News - Involved with EIS of the Roxby Downs Mining Project, with Julian White co-ordinating the study over 

six months; Assistance rendered to new Curator of Herpetology at South Australian Museum, Terry 

Schwaner with the collection and curation of specimens; Junior Section has marked over 100 Amphibolurus 

decresii for their study; Reptile Protective Legislation in South Australia is under review and the SAHG has 

prepared a detailed submission for the responsible Minister in South Australia.] 

120 Anonymous 1982 Developments on the Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): End 

page [Unpaginated] 

[Threat to the Rookery from proposed development] 


[Affiliation News - Affiliation Convention in NZ successful (but only four members from Australia attended); 

5th Convention planned for Sydney in January 1984; AHS News - In October 1981 a survey of Wedderburn, 

NSW was carried out; next Society field trip is to western NSW; NZHS News - Members have been involved 

in rescuing lizards from development site at Massey, near Auckland; members continued survey work on 

Great Barrier Island, NZ; SAHG News - Planning reptile survey of Euro Bluff area, ca 400 km north of 

Adelaide; Junior Section continuing field study on Amphibolurus decresii; Possibly an 11th reunion meeting 

of the SAHG will be held in 1982; VHS News - Brian Barnett and Lani Barnett have resigned from the 

Committee of the VHS (see explanation for resignations and criticism of Affiliation censorship of 

controversial points of view, in ‘Monitor, Bulletin of the VHS’, 1 (2): 60-62); Peter Booth is new President of 

VHS, and Trevor Christian is new Secretary; VHS held an exhibit at the Royal Melbourne Show in 1981; 

WHG News - Continuing with assistance to the Whyalla Fauna Park reptile exhibit; Peter Mirtschin and 

Richard Davis have just had their book ‘Dangerous Snakes of Australia’ published] 

122 Anonymous and Caughley, J. 1971 Discussion on the Bearded Dragon - Amphibolurus barbatus 

barbatus. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 19-22 

[Amphibolurus barbatus - general notes - colour (variation from different regions noted); Distribution - 

reportedly occurs from coast, westwards to about the 15 ‘ rainfall isohyet, ie Cunnamulla, Nyngan, 

Condobolin, Hay; Localities mentioned are Mildura, NSW, Bathurst, NSW, Tamworth, NSW, West Wyalong, 

NSW, Coffs Harbour, NSW, Macquarie Fields, NSW; Claims that the ‘inland form’ is not described (actually 

this is Pogona vitticeps (Ahl, 1926); Effects of forestry activities mentioned by general comment that ‘bush 

clearing for farms and timber-milling, seems to agree with them and they are often found in timberyards’; 

Predators mentioned are Goannas, Magpies, Kookaburras and Pythons; Report of field study between 

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Cobar and Tullamore, NSW by Judy Caughley; reproduction noted; diet noted; thermoregulation noted; 

territoriality noted] 

123 Anstis, M. 1974 An introduction to the study of Australian tadpoles. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 9-14 

[Amphibia - Reproduction; larval development; effects of pollution and Gambusia noted; habitat preferences 

of larvae noted - Litoria peroni, Litoria verreauxi [sic], Litoria aurea, Litoria dentata, Litoria brevipalmata, 

Litoria glauerti, Crinia haswelli are species found in lentic ponds, or very slow-flowing pools of streams and 

usually swim near surface of water; Crinia signifera, Litoria phyllochroa, Litoria chloris, Pseudophryne spp., 

Heleioporus australiacus, Uperoleia marmorata, Limnodynastes d. dumerilii, Limnodynastes d. grayi, 

Limnodynastes fletcheri, Limnodynastes tasmaniensis, Limnodynastes peroni are species found in lentic 

ponds, or very slowly flowing pools of streams and usually swim near substratum of water body; Litoria 

citropa, Litoria lesueurii, Litoria booroolongensis, Litoria nannotis, Mixophyes balbus, Mixophyes fasciolatus 

are species that live in shallow flowing (lotic) sections of streams; Crinia rosea, Crinia lutea - larvae develop 

in moist conditions on land; Mouth-parts of larvae described for Litoria verreauxii, Heleioporus australiacus, 

Litoria sp. (=Litoria subglandulosa), Litoria booroolongensis; Assa darlingtoni larvae develop in pouches on 

back of male adult; Describes techniques for collecting and preserving larvae, maintaining larvae in captivity, 

conditions required including food, temperatures, and densities] 

124 Anstis, M. 1975 Australian frogs - Some adaptations and life histories. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 13-15 

[Amphibia - Litoria caerulea - distribution noted as being virtually Australia-wide; Litoria aurea, Uperoleia 

marmorata, Litoria latopalmata and Limnodynastes peroni breed in ponds; Mixophyes balbus and Litoria 

citropa are found along flowing streams; Litoria verreauxii and Litoria jervisiensis are found around ponds 

and along flowing streams; Pseudophryne corroboree lives above snow-line on Mt. Kosciusko; Kyarranus 

sphagnicolus is known only from some high altitude areas in the New England Ranges, NSW; Cyclorana 

platycephalus stores water in its bladder; Neobatrachus pictus has feet adapted to digging; Myobatrachus 

gouldii lives in termite nests, under logs or burrows into termite mounds where it spends most if not all its 

life; Litoria rubella is very similar to the coastal species Litoria dentata; Limnodynastes tasmaniensis lays 

frothy egg-mass at edges of ponds; Limnodynastes dumerilii lays frothy egg-mass at edges of streams; 

Heleioporus australiacus lays egg-mass in burrows at edges of creeks; Philoria frosti lays small number of 

eggs in moist terrestrial positions; Assa darlingtoni males carry fertilised eggs in pouches on each side of 

body until fertilization occurs; Litoria verreauxii lays eggs attached to reeds in water; Litoria dentata lays 

eggs over bottom of ponds; Litoria booroolongensis lays eggs attached to submerged rocks in streams; 

Litoria chloris lays a single large mass of eggs near the surface of a pond] 

125 Anstis, M. 1976 A book for your library. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): 7 

126 Anstis, M. 1976 Courtship behaviour in the Australian tree frog, Litoria ewingi (Anura: Hylidae). 


[Concerns reproductive biology of Litoria ewingi] 

127 Armstrong, G. 1980 Records of the Long-necked Tortoise, Chelodina longicollis. Herpetofauna, 11 

(2): 27 

[Egg-laying, hatching, and Size at hatching in Chelodina longicollis from Doncaster, Vic] 

128 Armstrong, G. 1982 Notes on feeding and growth rates in juvenile Chelodina longicollis. 

Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 27 [Note title on ‘Contents’ page erroneously cites Chelonia longicollis] 

[Feeding and growth rates of juvenile Chelodina longicollis from Doncaster, Vic] 

129 Baker, K. 1976 Observations on Mexican Walking Fish or Axolotls, Ambystoma mexicanum in 

captivity. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): 18-20 

[Captive behaviour, reproduction (embryonic development) and feeding in Ambystoma mexicanum] 

130 Banks, C.B. 1981 Notes on seasonal colour change in a Western Brown Snake. Herpetofauna, 13 

(1): 29-30 

[Seasonal colour change in Pseudonaja nuchalis from Renmark area, SA with comparison of colour change 

in Oxyuranus scutellatus ; mention of seasonal colour change in Ophidiocephalus taeniatus and comparison 

with Elapid snakes] 

131 Banks, C.B. 1986 Notes on growth of the Major Skink (Egernia frerei) in captivity. Herpetofauna, 15 

(1): 5-6 [not ‘1983’ as printed on cover] 

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[Report of possible mating of female Egernia frerei from Cairns, Qld and male from Murwillumbah, NSW; 

Birth and growth of young; Diet under captive conditions (ate locusts) Locusta migratoria, crickets - 

Teleogryllus oceanicus] 

132 Banks, C.B. 1988 Book Review. ‘Breeding Terrarium Animals’ by Elke Zimmerman. 1986. 


133 Banks, C.B. 1988 Book Review. ‘Care of Australian Reptiles in Captivity’ by John Weigel, 1988. 


134 [Barbour, T.] 1954 The fang, its origin and development. Reptilia, 1 (2): 8-10 

[Extract from Thomas Barbour’s ‘Reptiles and Amphibians’] 

135 [Barbour, T.] 1954 Adaptations of frogs. Reptilia, 1 (7): 4 pages 


136 [Barbour, T.] 1954 Number of species. Reptilia, 1 (7): 1 page 


137 [Barnett, B.] 1973 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 26 

[Dissection of gravid female Tiliqua gerrardii revealed 53 young in oviducts; Two Hoplocephalus bitorquatus 

gave birth in captivity, one had 5 young, other had 17; Report that two specimens of Pseudechis colletti 

guttatus laid eggs in captivity, but others have been ovoviviparous] 

138 Barnett, B. 1979 Incubation of Sand Goanna (Varanus gouldii) eggs. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 21-22 

[Incubation, and hatching of eggs as well as diet of hatchling Varanus gouldii] 

139 Barnett, B. 1980 Captive breeding and a novel egg incubation technique of the Children’s Python 

(Liasis childreni). Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 15-18 

[Mating in captivity, subsequent egg-laying, incubation and hatching of eggs, with sizes and weight of 

hatchlings in Liasis childreni; Feeding of hatchlings reported - consumed Lampropholis guichenoti] 

140 Barnett, B. 1981 Observations on fish feeding in reptiles. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 11-13 

[Fish in captive diet reported for following species - Pseudechis guttatus, Acanthophis antarcticus, 

Acanthophis pyrrhus, Pseudechis colletti, Pseudechis porphyriacus, Pseudonaja affinis, Pseudonaja 

nuchalis, Notechis scutatus, Notechis ater humphreysi, Austrelaps superbus, Tropidechis carinatus, Boiga 

irregularis, Liasis childreni, Gonocephalus boydii, (also recorded consuming eggs of Phyllurus cornutus as 

they were being laid !), Amphiesma mairii, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Stegonotus cucullatus, Varanus gilleni, 

and Acrochordus javanicus] 

141 Bartlett, R.D. 1982 Initial observations on the captive reproduction of Varanus storri, Mertens. 


[Egg-laying reported in captive Varanus storri ; hatching and measurements of hatchling noted] 

142 Bauer, A.M. and Rosenberg, H.I. 1988 Preliminary laboratory observations of temperature effects on 

tail-squirting in two species of Diplodactylus (Reptilia: Gekkonidae). Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 5-7 

[Temperature effects on tail-squirting defensive behaviour in Diplodactylus intermedius and Diplodactylus 

ciliaris aberrans reported] 

143 Beard, D.J. 1979 Rough-scaled snake, Tropidechis carinatus. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 26-28 

[General review of current state of knowledge of Tropidechis carinatus] 

144 Bedford, G. 1989 Social behaviour and ventral colouration in Austrelaps sp. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 

30 

[Austrelaps sp. - from Arbury Park, near Adelaide, SA 138o 45’ X 35o 00’ - Behaviour between males, gravid 

and non-gravid females - ‘social’ differences noted; Aggressive Behaviour reported; Mentions that reddish 

ventral colouration may cause this species to be misidentified as either Pseudechis porphyriacus or 

Notechis scutatus on Kangaroo Island, SA; Reproduction in Austrelaps sp. (gravid specimen observed)] 

145 Begg, R.J. and Martin, K. 1980 Capture of a further specimen of Python oenpelliensis. 

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[Distribution record for Python oenpelliensis reported, but new locality not specified - (previously known from 

Oenpelli area, NT 12o 21’ X 133o 01’; Little Nourlangie Rock, NT 12o 51’ X 132o 48’; Cannon Hill, NT 12o 

21’ X 132o 57’); Habitat, and behaviour discussed; Colouration in life, measurements and scalation of 

recorded before release] 

146 Bekker, R. 1986 Predation on Cane Toads (Bufo marinus). Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 52-53 [not 1985 as 

printed on cover] 

[Bufo marinus - from Binna Burra, via Bangalow, NSW - Predators (Pied Currawong Strepera graculina were 

observed eating dead Bufo marinus)] 

147 Bell, B.D. 1983 New Zealand frogs. Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 1-21 [not 1982 as printed] 

[New Zealand - Review and Checklist of Amphibia - Identification, distribution, habitat, reproduction, 

development and systematics reported for Leiopelma hochstetteri, Leiopelma hamiltoni, Leiopelma archeyi, 

Litoria ewingi, Litoria aurea, Litoria raniformis, and Litoria caerulea ; The identification, distribution and 

habitat in New Zealand of Litoria gracilenta and Litoria adelaidensis is discussed also; Microhabitat of 

Leiopelma hochstetteri compared with that of Rheobatrachus silus] 

148 Bevan, J. 1983 A defensive reaction of Gonocephalus spinipes (Dumeril). Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 99 

[Defensive behaviour of Gonocephalus spinipes - from Bruxner Park Flora Reserve, Coffs Harbour, NSW 

reported] 

149 [Boulenger, G.A.] 1954 Colouration. Reptilia, 1 (6): 3 pages 

[Extracts from ‘The Snakes of Europe’ (1913) by G.A. Boulenger] 

150 [Boulenger, G.A.] 1954 The nervous system & sense organs. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 3 pages 

[Extracts from ‘The Snakes of Europe’ (1913) by G.A. Boulenger] 

151 Boycott, R. 1982 On the life history of the Green-eyed Frog, Litoria eucnemis (Lonnberg) Amphibia: 

Hylidae). Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 24 

[Litoria eucnemis - from Kuranda area, Qld - Amplexus and egg-laying reported] 

152 Bredl, J. and Schwaner, T.D. 1986 First record of captive propagation of the Lace Monitor, Varanus 

varius (Sauria: Varanidae). Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 20-21 [not 1983 as printed on cover; authorship cited 

erroneously as by J. Bredl only on cover] 

[Mating, egg-laying and Hatching of Varanus varius under captive conditions; Morphology of neonates and 

diet of hatchlings is discussed] 

153 Browne-Cooper, R. 1986 Notes on the reproduction of the Bearded Dragon Pogona minor. 

Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 49 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Egg-laying observed in Pogona minor - from Perth area, 32o 00’ X 115o 48’ WA] 

154 Bush, B. 1986 A record of reproduction in captive Delma australis and D. fraseri (Lacertilia: 

Pygopodidae). Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 11-12 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Egg-laying, hatching and size at hatching recorded for Delma australis and Delma fraseri - from Lort River, 

33o 45’ X 121o 15’ WA] 

155 Bush, B. 1986 Concerning reproduction in Menetia greyii in captivity. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 22 

[request for information only; not 1983 as printed on cover] 

156 Bush, B. 1986 Male/male combat in the Western Banjo Frog, Limnodynastes dorsalis (Gray). 


[Male combat behaviour observed in Limnodynastes dorsalis - from Coomalbidgup, 33o 45’ X 121o 20’ WA] 

157 Bush, B. 1986 Seasonal aggregation behaviour in a mixed population of legless lizards, Delma 

australis and D. fraseri. Herpetofauna, 16 (1): 1-6 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[General notes on the morphology, habitat, effects of agriculture and aggregative behaviour in Delma 

australis and D. fraseri - from ca 65 km west of Esperance, 33o 44’ X 121o 17’ WA; Reptile species listed 

from ca 65 km west of Esperance,33o 44’ X 121o 17’ WA - Aprasia striolata, Delma australis, Delma fraseri, 

Hemiergis peronii, Leiolopisma trilineatum, Menetia greyii, Drysdalia coronata and Echiopsis curta] 

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158 Bush, B. 1986 On a common name for the snake, Pseudechis butleri with a description of a colour 

variant from the eastern goldfields. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 43-44 [not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[Description of colour variant of Pseudechis butleri and comparison with Pseudechis australis and 

Pseudechis guttatus; ‘Spotted Mulga Snake’ is proposed as official Common Name for Pseudechis butleri - 

from Laverton area, WA; Distribution records known to author - 46 km south of Leinster, WA; 51 km south of 

Leinster, WA; Kookynie, WA; and Leonora Rubbish Tip, 28o 53’ X 121o 20’ WA] 

159 Bush, B. 1987 Cannibalism and lizard predation in skink lizards. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 12-13 

[Cannibalistic behaviour reported in Hemiergis peronii - from Quagi Beach, 33o 48’ X 121o 18’ WA - ate 

juvenile Hemiergis peronii (in captivity); Lacertiphagous diet also recorded in Omolepida branchialis - from 

unspecified locality - ate Morethia adelaidensis and Ctenotus leonhardii (in captivity)] 

160 Bush, B. 1988 An unsuccessful breeding record for the Western Australian Carpet Python, Morelia 

spilota imbricata. Herpetofauna, 18 (1): 30-31 

[Mating and egg-laying, (but failed incubation) reported in captive Morelia spilota imbricata; Egg-deposition 

site reported for Leiolopisma trilineatum; Egg-incubation reported for Pogona minor] 

161 Bush, B. 1990 Polymorphism in captive bred siblings of the snake, Pseudonaja nuchalis. 


[Mating, egg-laying, clutch size, hatching, description of hatchlings and polychromatism within clutch 

reported for Pseudonaja nuchalis - from Shackleton, 31o 50 X 117o 50’ WA; Wongan Hills, 30o 43’ X 116o 

43’ WA; Ballidu, 30o 37’ X 116o 46’ WA; Possible taxonomic implications] 

162 Campbell, C.H. 1977 The Tiger Snake: A review of the toxicology of the venom and the effect of the 

bite. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 7-17 

[Toxicology of the venom and effect of the bite of Notechis scutatus; mention of Notechis scutatus scutatus, 

Notechis scutatus ater, Notechis scutatus niger, Notechis scutatus occidentalis, Notechis ater serventyi, 

Notechis ater humphreysi] 

163 Cann, J. 1971 Preliminary notes on some short-necked tortoises from eastern New South Wales. 

Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 8-10 [not G. Cann as listed on ‘Contents’ page] 

[Extract from original article that appeared in Victorian Naturalist, 86 (7)] 

164 Cann, J. 1986 A pair of Elseya sp. Herpetofauna, 16 (1): front cover [photo and caption; not 1984 as 


[Courtship and mating reported in Elseya sp. - from the Manning River, NSW] 

165 Charles, N. 1986 Further notes on captive breeding of the Collett’s Snake (Pseudechis colletti). 

Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 7-10 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Fecundity, mating behaviour, egg-laying, incubation period, morphology of neonates reported for 

Pseudechis colletti - from Nonda area, Qld; mention of copulation in Pseudechis porphyriacus ; mention of 

copulation in Pseudechis australis ; mention of copulation in Pseudechis guttatus ; mention of copulation in 

Python amethistina] 

166 Chatto, R. 1989 A record of the Common Scalyfoot (Pygopus lepidopodus) in central Gippsland, 

Victoria. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 7 

[Habitat and distribution of Pygopus lepidopodus in Victoria - (known from Frankston area, Vic; Bunyip area, 

Vic; Mornington Peninsula, Vic; Coopracambra State Park, East Gippsland, Vic; 13 km NNE Briagolong, 

central Gippsland, Vic] 

167 Chessman, B.C. 1983 A note on aestivation in the Snake-necked Turtle, Chelodina longicollis 

(Shaw) (Testudines: Chelidae). Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 96-97 

[Aestivation reported in Chelodina longicollis - from Chalka Creek, near the Murray River, 34o 43’ X 142o 22’ 

northwestern Victoria] 

168 Christian, T. 1978 Notes on the incubation of Olive Python Liasis olivaceus eggs. Herpetofauna, 9 

(2): 26 

[Incubation and hatching of eggs of Liasis olivaceus - from Mt Isa, Qld; Mention of reproduction in Aspidites 

melanocephalus and Aspidites ramsayi] 

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169 Christian, T. 1981 Varanus tristis Ñ A variable monitor. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 7-12 

[Habits, distribution, habitat, colouration and patterning of Varanus tristis tristis and Varanus tristis orientalis; 

Clutch size in Varanus tristis tristis - from Barry Caves, NT; Varanus tristis tristis recorded from Broken Hill, 

NSW; Varanus tristis orientalis compared with Varanus timoriensis] 

170 Churchill, G. 1971 Notes on Water Pythons (Liasis fuscus). Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 8 

[Liasis fuscus - a mature specimen was collected in June, 1970 (Cooktown district, Qld) and was 

maintained in captivity (in Sydney NSW); the specimen fasted for 5 months before first accepting food in 

captivity (after being given injection of Vitamin B12, it took a medium sized rat and then ate about 1 per 

month, but would not take mice); Another specimen from Townsville, Qld readily accepted a variety of food 

items (mice, rats, day-old Chickens, sparrows, finches, doves, a DOR Grass Parrot (Psephotus sp.); water 

was provided in enclosure, but never observed snakes soaking prior to sloughing (snake seemed to prefer 

lying on branches, rather than entering water); infers that the Water Python may be mis-named, as it doesn’t 

show any particular liking for water at all; believes that food availability is the reason for the species being 

found near water; captive husbandry noted; feeding preferences discussed (will feed during winter if 

enclosure heated); heating required in captivity in Sydney during winter] 

171 Cogger, H.G. 1972 Field Keys to the frogs and reptiles of the central coast of New South Wales. 

Part 1. Frogs and Tortoises. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 10-14 

[Checklist and key to species of Amphibia and Reptilia recorded from Sydney region, NSW - Chelodina 

longicollis, Emydura signata, Litoria peronii, Litoria dentata, Litoria caerulea, Litoria chloris, Litoria gracilenta, 

Litoria aurea, Litoria brevipalmata, Litoria fallax, Litoria citropa, Litoria phyllochroa, Litoria verreauxii, Litoria 

jervisiensis, Litoria booroolongensis, Litoria lesueurii, Litoria latopalmata, Litoria nasuta, Litoria freycineti, 

Uperoleia marmorata, Adelotus brevis, Crinia haswelli, Crinia signifera, Pseudophryne australis, 

Pseudophryne coriacea, Pseudophryne bibronii, Mixophyes fasciolatus, Mixophyes balbus, Lechriodus 

fletcheri, Heleioporus australiacus, Limnodynastes dorsalis, Limnodynastes ornatus, Limnodynastes 

tasmaniensis, and Limnodynastes peronii] 

172 Cogger, H.G. 1972 Keys to the frogs and reptiles of the central coast of New South Wales. Part II. 

Lizards and Snakes. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 9-15 

[Checklist and key to species of Amphibia and Reptilia recorded from Sydney region, NSW - Diplodactylus 

vittatus, Oedura lesueurii, Oedura robusta, Phyllurus platurus, Underwoodisaurus milii, Cryptoblepharus 

boutonii, Ablepharus burnettii, Varanus gouldii, Varanus varius, Gonocephalus spinipes, Physignathus 

lesueurii, Amphibolurus muricatus, Amphibolurus diemensis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Tiliqua scincoides, 

Tiliqua nigrolutea, Tiliqua gerrardii, Tiliqua casuarinae, Egernia cunninghami, Egernia saxatilis, Egernia 

whitii, Egernia modesta, Saiphos equalis, Hemiergis decresiensis, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Ctenotus lesueurii, 

Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus tenuis, Leiolopisma mustelina, Leiolopisma trilineata, Leiolopisma 

platynota, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Leiolopisma delicata, Lialis burtonis, Pygopus lepidopodus, Saiphos sp. 

(=Vermiceps swansoni), Ramphotyphlops nigrescens, Morelia spilotes, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Boiga 

irregularis, Acanthophis antarcticus, Hoplocephalus bitorquatus, Hoplocephalus stephensi, 

Hoplocephalus bungaroides, Hemiaspis signata, Notechis scutatus, Austrelaps superba, Drysdalia mastersi, 

Drysdalia coronoides, Unechis nigrescens, Unechis gouldii, Vermicella annulata, Cacophis squamulosus, 

Demansia psammophis, Furina diadema, Cacophis krefftii, Pseudechis porphyriacus, andPseudonaja 

textilis] 

173 [Cogger, H.G.] 1973 Classification of Australian skinks. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 7-14 

[Classification of Australian Scincidae - Species listed - Anomalopus frontalis, A. lentiginosus, A. 

ophioscincus, A. reticulatus, A. truncatus, A. verreauxii, Carlia bicarinata, C. burnettii, C. coense, C. fusca, 

C. lateralis, C. melanopogon, C. novaeguineae, C. peronii, C. rhomboidalis, C. tetradactyla, C. vertebralis, 

C. vivax, Cryptoblepharus boutonii, C. litoralis, Ctenotus alacer, C. ariadne, C. atlas, C. brachyonyx, C. 

brooksi, C. calurus, C. colletti, C. decaneurus, C. dux, C. essingtoni, C. grandis, C. helenae, C. hilli, C. 

impar, C. inornatus, C. joanae, C. labillardieri, C. leae, C. leonhardii, C. lesueurii, C. mimetes, C. 

pantherinus, C. piankai, C. quattuordecimlineatus, C. regius, C. robustus, C. saxatilis, C. schevilli, C. 

schomburgkii, C. severus, C. spaldingi, C. strauchii, C. taeniatus, C. taeniolatus, C. tanamiensis, C. uber, 

Egernia cunninghami, E. depressa, E. dorsalis, E. formosa, E. frerei. E. hosmeri, E. inornata, E. kingii, E. 

kintorei, E. luctuosa, E. major, E. margaretae, E. modesta, E. multiscutata, E. pulchra, E. richardi, E. 

saxatilis, E. slateri, E. stokesii, E. striata, E. striolata, E. whitii, Emoia atrocostata, E. cyanogaster, E. nigra, 

Eugongylus albofasciolatus, E. rufescens, Hemiergis decresiensis, H. graciloides, H. initialis, H. maccoyi, H. 

peronii, H. quadrilineatum, H. tridactylum, H. woodwardi, Leiolopisma challengeri, L. delicata, L. 

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entrecasteauxii, L. guichenoti, L. lichenigera, L. metallica, L. mustelina, L. ocellata, L. platynota, L. pretiosa, 

L. trilineata, Lerista allanae, L. bipes, L. borealis, L. bougainvillii, L. connivens, L. desertorum, L. 

distinguenda, L. elegans, L. fragilis, L. frosti, L. gerrardii, L. humphriesi, L. karlschmidti, L. labialis, L. lineata, 

L. lineopunctulata, L. microtis, L. muelleri, L. neander, L. nichollsi, L. orientalis, L. picturata, L. planiventrale, 

L. praepedita, L. punctatovittata, L. stylis, L. terdigitata, L. walkeri, L. wilkinsi, Menetia greyi, Morethia 

adelaidensis, M. boulengeri, M. butleri, M. lineoocellatus, M. obscura, M. taeniopleura, Notoscincus ornatus, 

N. davisi, N. kinghorni, N. wotjulum, Proablepharus reginae, P. tenuis, Pseudemoia spenceri, Saiphos 

equalis, Sphenomorphus australis, S. crassicaudus, S. fasciolatus, S. isolepis, S. kosciuskoi, S. mjobergi, S. 

murrayi, S. nigricaudis, S. pardalis, S. pumilum, S. punctulatus, S. quoyii, S. richardsoni, S. scutirostrum, S. 

tenuis, S. tigrina, S. tympanum, Tiliqua adelaidensis, T. branchialis, T. casuarinae, T. gerrardii, T. nigrolutea, 

T. occipitalis, T. scincoides, Trachydosaurus rugosus, Tropidophorus queenslandiae] 

174 [Cogger, H.G.] 1975 Classification of Australian skinks. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 25 

[Scincidae - changes to classification reported - Pseudemoia has been synonymised with Leiolopisma; the 

species previously regarded as Leiolopisma challengeri, Leiolopisma delicata, Leiolopisma guichenoti and 

Leiolopisma mustelina should now be Lampropholis challengeri, Lampropholis delicata, Lampropholis 

guichenoti and Lampropholis mustelina respectively; the species previously known as Notoscincus davisi 

and Notoscincus kinghorni should now be known as Proablepharus davisi and Proablepharus kinghorni; the 

species known previously as Hemiergis graciloides and Hemiergis maccoyi should now be Anotis 

graciloides and Anotis maccoyi] 

175 Cook, R. 1973 The Wall Lizard, Cryptoblepharus boutonii virgatus. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 15-16 

[Cryptoblepharus boutonii virgatus - from Sydney area, NSW - general notes; adaptation to urban 

environments noted; activity period (throughout year); reproductive behaviour noted (courtship displays 

observed in Spring-Summer (but not described); lays 2-3 eggs, but incubation period not known; distribution 

discussed (general description of range and habitat variability; considers that C. boutonii virgatus occupied 

Australia from New Guinea by crossing past land bridge); distribution by man; mentions also that other 

reptiles such as Hemidactylus turcicus and Hemidactylus mabouia - were similarly introduced to the West 

Indies by ships] 

176 Cooper, R.B. and Maryan, B. 1988 Record of diurnal feeding in Vermicella bertholdi (Jan, 1859) 

(Serpentes: Elapidae). Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 25 

[Diurnal feeding on Lerista elegans in wild reported for Vermicella bertholdi - from Bold Park, 31o 57’ X 115o 

46’ WA] 

177 Corcoran, J. 1954 Collecting at Norah Heads, N.S.W. Reptilia, 1 (1): 8 

[Norah Head, NSW - species of Reptiles listed - Acanthophis antarcticus, Pseudechis porphyriacus (5 

caught in 30 minutes on the mud flats at Pelican Point), Demansia textilis, Demansia psammophis, 

Denisonia signata (plentiful- seven found at one time in old well, along with an adult P. porphyriacus, and 

frogs), Ahaetulla punctulatus, Diamond Snakes Morelia argus argus (one caught in 1952), Furina annulata, 

Aspidomorphus squamulosus, Tiliqua scincoides, Varanus varius, Amphibolurus muricatus, ‘several species 

of geckoes’, Lygosoma ophioscincus ( now known as Vermiceps swansoni )] 

178 Corcoran, J. 1954 Pseudechis bites Ahaetulla. Reptilia, 1 (2): 7 

[Case of presumed envenomation (fatal) in Ahaetulla punctulatus by Pseudechis porphyriacus from Norah 

Head, NSW] 

179 Covacevich, J. 1974 An unusual aggregation of snakes following major flooding in the Ipswich- 

Brisbane area, south-eastern Queensland. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 21-24 

[Brisbane area, Qld and Ipswich area, Qld - Effects of flooding on snakes reported; In late January, 1974 

John Kaye collected 196 snakes of 10 species from tree-tops during flooding of Brisbane River at Riverview, 

near Moggill, Brisbane - species represented were Demansia psammophis, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, 

Morelia spilotes variegata, Amphiesma mairii, Pseudonaja textilis, Ramphotyphlops sp. [see QM J 23965-6], 

Pseudechis porphyriacus, Boiga irregularis, Liasis childreni (?), Brachyurophis australis; Notes the absence 

of Acanthophis antarcticus, and Furina diadema from the collection, as well as the low number of 

Pseudechis porphyriacus; Bufo marinus is common in area and this could possibly explain why so few P. 

porphyriacus found; Brachyurophis australis not previously reported from Brisbane-Ipswich area; QM 

records only one other specimen from region (QMJ 5066 Grovely, Brisbane, Qld Sept. 1930); Native 

Mammalia killed by floods mentioned - Trichosurus vulpecula, Pseudocheirus peregrinus, Ornithorhynchus 

anatinus; mentions that large aggregations of Notechis scutatus, Pseudechis porphyriacus and Pseudonaja 

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textilis are known from the Murray River in Victoria when flooding occurs - quotes pers comm from Charles 

Tanner] 

180 Covacevich, J. 1980 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): front cover 

[Photograph of Parademansia microlepidota, with caption] 

181 Covacevich, J. 1981 On the resemblance between the Western Brown Snake and the Small-scaled 

Snake. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 30 

[Colour/pattern of Pseudonaja nuchalis and comparison with Oxyuranus microlepidotus] 

182 Covacevich, J. 1986 Book Review. [Gunther Schmida’s ‘The Cold Blooded Australians. A unique 

photographic study of Australia’s reptiles, amphibians and freshwater fish’.] Herpetofauna, 16 (1): 28 [not 

1984 as printed on cover] 

[Book Review; Habitat of Carlia jarnoldae mentioned] 

183 Covacevich, J. and Limpus, C. 1973 Two large winter aggregations of three species of tree-climbing 

snakes in south-eastern Queensland. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 16-21 

[Boiga irregularis , Dendrelaphis punctulatus and Morelia spilotes variegata - Aggregative behaviour 

reported (from Black Mountain rd., via Cooroy, Qld. [Gympie 1:250000, GR 596723], and Long Flat via 

Gympie, Qld [Gympie 1:250000, GR 584737]; Cooroy site discovered 10/7/72, habitat open Spotted Gum 

and Tallowood forest in hilly country where ca 30-40 specimens of three species were found about 15 m 

above ground in large dead tree trunk about 40-50 m. tall; trunk on 30 degree slope with easterly aspect and 

trunk hollow, partly filled with termite nest. Other fauna found in immediate vicinity in bases of old rotting 

trees were Typhlops sp. [QM J22403], Unechis nigrescens [QM J22462], Tiliqua gerrardii ; in hollows of 

these trees were Trichosurus caninus, Petaurus norfolcensis, and Aegotheles cristatus. The Gympie site 

revealed 19 specimens of three species inside a trunk of dead tree, but no other data presented; all mature 

specimens; Mentions additional record of finding four specimens of Dendrelaphis punctulatus together under 

bark of dead tree at Hendra, Brisbane, Qld in June, 1965. Hoplocephalus stephensi and Hoplocephalus 

bitorquatus are also known from Gympie area; Mentions instances of high density populations of 

Amphiesma mairii (at Wongabel, and Bundaberg, Qld), and Pseudechis porphyriacus (at Danbulla, Qld); 

Reviews records of aggregative behaviour in Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Demansia psammophis, Unechis 

nigrescens (also reports 5 specimens under stack of sheet iron at Burleigh Heads NP in July, 1965 and 3 

specimens together under iron at Samford, Qld in Aug. 1968), and Hemiaspis signata ; the authors could 

find no reference to such behaviour for B. irregularis or M. s. variegata, or any reference to mixed species 

aggregations - conclude that sites chosen because of micro-climatic suitability during sub-optimal weather, 

with possible advantages for reproduction; presents Table detailing size and condition of 11 of the Cooroy 

specimens in the aggregation viz D. punctulatus (QM J22407-22411); B. irregularis (QM J22412-22416); 

and M. s. variegata (QM J22417); Checklist of snakes recorded in QM collection from the Cooroy-Gympie 

area, Qld - Typhlops sp., Liasis childreni, Morelia spilotes variegata, Boiga irregularis, Dendrelaphis 

punctulatus, Amphiesma mairii, Cacophis squamulosus, C. krefftii, C. harriettae, Furina diadema, Demansia 

psammophis, Hoplocephalus bitorquatus, H. stephensi, Vermicella annulata, Unechis nigrescens, 

Hemiaspis signata, Pseudonaja textilis, Tropidechis carinatus, Notechis scutatus, Acanthophis antarcticus, 

Pseudechis porphyriacus, Oxyuranus scutellatus] 

184 Coventry, A.J. 1972 Identification of the black-headed snakes (Denisonia) within Victoria. 


[Republication of Coventry, A.J. (1971) Identification of the black-headed snakes (Denisonia) within Victoria. 

Victorian Naturalist, 88 (11): 304-306] 

185 Crome, B. 1981 The diet of some ground-layer lizards in three woodlands of the New England 

Tableland of Australia. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 4-11 

[The dietary ecology of Lampropholis guichenoti, Lampropholis delicata, Hemiergis decresiensis, and 

Morethia boulengeri was studied at two localities on the New England Tableland of NSW - ie12 km E. 

Armidale, NSW and 15 km N. of Armidale, NSW] 

186 Czechura, G.V. 1974 A new south-east locality for the skink Anomalopus reticulatus. Herpetofauna, 

7 (1): 24-[25] 

[Anomalopus reticulatus - distribution record noted (QM J24348, collected 6km south-east of Maleny, Qld on 

4/5/74); habitat noted (found in remnant rainforest patch only 3 hectares in area - had been logged in past - 

much of Blackall Range once covered in sub-tropical rainforest, eventually cleared for dairy farming, leaving 

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only isolated inaccessible remnants); Anomalopus truncatus - recorded in rainforests of Blackall Range 

area; Anomalopus verreauxi - recorded as widespread in Blackall Range (note Czechura’s mention of the 

combination Saiphos reticulatum quoting Arnold, 1966 as authority); considers it possible that A. reticulatus 

might also occur in nearby Conondale Range, if it has similar distribution pattern to its congenors, and that 

of Sphenomorphus murrayi, Rheobatrachus silus and Taudactylus diurnis] 

187 Czechura, G.V. 1975 Notes on the frog fauna of Conondale Range, south-east Queensland. 


[Checklist of species of Amphibia recorded for Conondale Range, ca 90 km north of Brisbane, Qld - (below 

500 m. altitude Litoria rubella, L. dentata, Uperoleia laevigata, Pseudophryne bibroni, Ranidella 

parinsignifera, Limnodynastes peroni, Limnodynastes tasmaniensis ; above 500 m the following species 

have been recorded: Litoria fallax, Litoria pearsoniana, Litoria gracilenta, Litoria chloris, Litoria caerulea, 

Litoria verreauxii, Litoria peroni, Litoria latopalmata, Litoria lesueurii, Rheobatrachus silus, Adelotus brevis, 

Mixophyes fasciolatus, Mixophyes iteratus, Taudactylus diurnus, Ranidella signifera, Pseudophryne sp.) ; 

Distribution of Litoria pearsoniana noted - originally described from Mt Glorious, near Brisbane, also found in 

Kondallila National Park, Blackall Range, Qld and occurs extensively throughout Conondale Range, and 

Blackall Range; Habitat of Litoria pearsoniana noted - immediate vicinity of rainforest streams - microhabitat 

utilisation also recorded - when inactive shelters in rock crevices, under stones or rotted logs - call sites 

used are low vegetation overhanging water, or from stones and debris in the water; mention of two main 

colour morphs of Litoria pearsoniana , spotted and unspotted phases; Litoria chloris - has limited distribution 

in area, habitat being rainforest - call sites are large trees along watercourses; Rheobatrachus silus - 

originally described from two localities in the Blackall Range, the type locality Kondallila National Park, and 

near Maleny, Qld - reports four other localities viz south of Maleny, and three other sites in the Conondale 

Range; thus occurs through Conondale-Blackall Ranges at headwaters of Mary, Mooloolah and Stanley 

Rivers); Habitat of Rheobatrachus silus recorded (all found in fast-flowing rocky montane streams 

associated with wet-sclerophyll or rainforest); conservation status of Rheobatrachus silus discussed 

(considered rare - specialised habitat requirements - threatened by stream pollution and habitat destruction 

due to agriculture/softwood plantations - recommends conservation of habitat as National Park - 

conservation plea - mentions that Blackall Range habitats more damaged by human activities than those of 

the associated Conondale Range, resulting in destruction of rainforest fauna at Blackall - warns that 

exploitation of native forest could endanger Rheobatrachus silus ); Taudactylus diurnus - originally described 

from Mt. Glorious, Brisbane and not known beyond D’Aguilar Range - range extension to Kondallila National 

Park, Qld discovered by G. Ingram and G. Czechura in Feb. 1972, since then has been found at various 

localities in Blackall-Conondale Ranges - found along rainforest streams in Conondale Range - not unusual 

to find Litoria pearsoniana, Rheobatrachus silus and T. diurnus synchrosympatric where habitat is suitable - 

during August 1974 author found young Rheobatrachus silus sheltering under same stones as T. diurnus, 

while Litoria pearsoniana was calling nearby; Mixophyes iteratus in Conondale Range represents an 

eastern extension of the northern limit on the Bunya Mountains, Qld - first found on Booloomba Creek at 

base of Conondale Range in December, 1972 - found in the rainforest creek headwaters of Booloomba 

Creek in December, 1973 - sympatric with congenor M. fasciolatus - not known from Blackall Range] 

188 Czechura, G.V. 1976 Additional notes on the Conondale Range herpetofauna. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 

2-4 

[Checklist of Reptilia recorded from Conondale Range, 90 km north of Brisbane, Queensland - Chelodina 

expansa, Oedura robusta, Gehyra variegata, Lialis burtonis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus 

muricatus, Diporiphora sp., Carlia burnetti, Carlia pectoralis, Carlia vivax, Cryptoblepharus boutoni, 

Cacophis harriettae, Furina diadema, Oedura tryoni, Physignathus lesueuri, Gonocephalus spinipes, 

Egernia frerei, Egernia major, Tiliqua gerrardii, Tiliqua scincoides, Anomalopus verreauxi, Ctenotus 

robustus, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Lampropholis challengeri, Lampropholis delicata, Lampropholis guichenoti, 

Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus murrayi, Sphenomorphus tenuis, Sphenomorphus sp. (cf tenuis), 

Sphenomorphus scutirostrum, Sphenomorphus sp. (cf scutirostrum), Varanus varius, Morelia spilotes 

variegata, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Amphiesma mairii, Boiga irregularis, Acanthophis antarcticus, 

Cacophis squamulosus, Cacophis krefftii, Cryptophis nigrescens, Demansia psammophis, Hemiaspis 

signata, Hoplocephalus stephensi, Pseudonaja textilis, Tropidechis carinatus, Vermicella annulata ; Predicts 

the occurrence of Anomalopus reticulatus in the area; Additions to Amphibia known from area - Assa 

darlingtoni and Litoria nasuta ; Notes that in areas disturbed by forestry activities the ‘unspecialised’ 

Ranidella signifera and Lampropholis guichenoti persisted, but ‘specialised’ Rheobatrachus silus, 

Taudactylus diurnis and Sphenomorphus murrayi not recorded] 

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189 Daniels, C.B. and Heatwole, H. 1986 Predators of the Water Skink, Sphenomorphus quoyii. 


[Escape behaviour and potential predators of Sphenomorphus quoyii] 

190 Day, K. 1980 Notes on the birth of the Pygmy Spiny-tailed Skink, Egernia depressa (Gunther) in 

captivity. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 29 

[Behaviour, feeding, birth of young and size at birth of Egernia depressa] 

191 Delean, S. 1980 A new record of the Pygmy Mulga Monitor, Varanus gilleni (Lucas and Frost). 


[Distribution and habitat of Varanus gilleni - recorded for Uro Bluff, ca 60 km north of Port Augusta, SA 32o 

08’ X 137o 36’; List of species from same area - Heteronotia binoei, Diplodactylus intermedius, 

Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus] 

192 Delean, S. 1981 Notes on aggressive behaviour by Goulds Goannas (Varanus gouldii) in captivity. 


[Agonistic behaviour reported in Varanus gouldii] 

193 Delean, S. and Harvey, C. 1981 Some observations on the Knob-tailed Gecko, Nephrurus 

laevissimus in the wild. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 1-3 

[Habitat, status in SA, activity period, sizes, colour in life of Nephrurus laevissimus - recorded from ca 8 km 

east of Finke, SA; Status of Nephrurus levis and Nephrurus stellatus in SA discussed] 

194 Delean, S. and Harvey, C. 1982 Unusual defensive behaviour in the Children’s Python (Liasis 

childreni), Gray 1842. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 26 

[Defensive behaviour in Liasis childreni - from Corunna Hills, SA 32o 44’ X 137o 08’] 

195 DeLissa, G. 1981 Notes on the skink Sphenomorphus tenuis. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 33 

[Sphenomorphus tenuis - from Salt Pan Creek, near Padstow, NSW 33o 57’ X 151o 02’ - Habitat and 

reproductive notes (report of oviparity !), and diet (in wild eats Slaters Ligia oceanica, and other 

invertebrates) - List of other Reptiles also observed in area - Tiliqua scincoides, Ctenotus taeniolatus, 

Lampropholis guichenoti, Diplodactylus vittatus, Typhlina nigrescens, Pseudechis porphyriacus] 

196 Dick, B.B. 1980 Some observations and recordings of reptiles in the northern coastal Bay of Plenty. 


[Checklist of Reptiles recorded from Bay of Plenty region, NZ - Hoplodactylus granulatus, Hoplodactylus 

pacificus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Naultinus elegans, Cyclodina aenea, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma 

smithi, Leiolopisma suteri, Sphenodon punctatus, Hoplodactylus duvauceli; Leiolopisma oliveri recorded 

from Alderman Islands; Hoplodactylus granulatus - Habitat; Distribution and habitat of Hoplodactylus 

pacificus in Waitawheta area, 37o 27’ X 175o 46’ NZ; Distribution and habitat of Hoplodactylus maculatus at 

Ohui, 37o 05’ X 175o 53’ NZ; Distribution and habitat of Cyclodina aenea at Ohui, 37o 05’ X 175o 53’ NZ; 

Distribution and habitat of Leiolopisma moco at Karewa Island, 36o 58’ X 176o 08’ NZ, Tauranga, 37o 43’ X 

176o 10’ NZ, Waihi, NZ, and Whangamata, 37o 13’ X 175o 53’ NZ; Distribution and habitat of Leiolopisma 

smithi at Gisborne, 38o 40’ X 178o 35’ NZ; Distribution and habitat of Leiolopisma suteri on Alderman 

Islands, 36o 58’ X 176o 05’ NZ; Leiolopisma smithi, Hoplodactylus maculatus recorded from Slipper Island, 

NZ; Leiolopisma smithi and Hoplodactylus duvauceli recorded from Rabbit Island, NZ; Leiolopisma smithi 

and Hoplodactylus duvauceli recorded from Penguin Island, NZ; (?) Hoplodactylus granulatus (slough) and 

Sphenodon punctatus known from Clark Island, in Whangamata Group, NZ; Leiolopisma moco and 

Sphenodon punctatus recorded from Whenuakura Island in Whangamata Group, NZ; Sphenodon punctatus, 

Cyclodina aenea, and Leiolopisma moco reported from Karewa Island, NZ; Leiolopisma moco, 

Hoplodactylus maculatus, Sphenodon punctatus and possibly Naultinus elegans are recorded for Mayor 

Island, NZ] 

197 Dick, B.B. 1981 A lizard study on Great Barrier Island. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 3-6 

[Checklist of lizards recorded from Great Barrier Island, NZ - Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina ornata, 

Leiolopisma homalonotum, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma suteri, Hoplodactylus 

pacificus, Hoplodactylus granulatus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, and Naultinus elegans] 

198 Dinardo, J. 1986 A note on longevity in Egernia cunninghami with a new captive longevity record. 


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[Life Span record for Egernia cunninghami - from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW] 

199 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1975 Improve your jigger - Turn it into an H.P.D. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 15-16 

[Collecting equipment - Head-pinning device described for collecting snakes] 

200 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1975 Cover photograph - Amphibolurus adelaidensis (Gray) - Sandhill Dragon. 


[Amphibolurus adelaidensis - general descriptive notes (resembles Tympanocryptis, but presence of 

tympanum excludes it from that genus; distribution mentioned] 

201 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1976 The Reptiles of the Mt Lofty Ranges, South Australia. Part 1. Herpetofauna, 

8 (1): 2-5 

[Checklist of Reptiles from Mylor area, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA - Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus 

decresii, Aprasia striolata, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Underwoodisaurus milii, Egernia cunninghami, 

Egernia whitii, Hemiergis decresiensis, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Lerista bougainvillii, Tiliqua rugosa, Suta 

flagellum ; Checklist of Reptiles from Mt Barker, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA - Amphibolurus barbatus, 

Amphibolurus decresii, Aprasia striolata, Gehyra variegata, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Underwoodisaurus 

milii, Egernia striolata, Hemiergis decresiensis, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Lerista bougainvillii, Tiliqua rugosa, 

Suta flagellum ; Checklist of Reptiles from Clarendon area, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA - Amphibolurus barbatus, 

Amphibolurus decresii, Aprasia striolata, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Underwoodisaurus milii, Egernia 

cunninghami, Egernia whitii, Hemiergis decresiensis, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Lerista bougainvillii, Tiliqua 

rugosa, Suta flagellum . Amphibolurus decresii - activity noted - found at Clarendon on 24/11/74 and Mt 

Barker, SA on 20/10/74 active amongst rock outcrops, or sheltering in wide crevices; At Mylor, SA 

specimens were observed in state of torpidity on 21/7/74 in deep, narrow rock crevices, or exfoliations. 

Aprasia striolata - activity noted - found at Mylor, SA on 21/7/74 and Mt Barker, SA on 20/10/74 discovered 

beneath flat rocks on sandy soil - at Clarendon, SA, on 24/11/74, 3 specimens were found active on ground, 

moving through low heath between 1100-1500 hrs. Gehyra variegata - activity noted - narrowly sympatric 

with Phyllodactylus marmoratus at Mt Barker, SA - known also from Callington, SA, Monarto, SA and Eden 

Valley, SA - found in rock crevices, and beneath loose bark of trees - usually associated with drier areas. 

Phyllodactylus marmoratus - activity noted - found at Clarendon, on 24/11/74, Mylor on 21/7/74 and Mt 

Barker on 20/10/74, found beneath thin flat stones or loose bark on fallen logs - most common on western 

slopes and in ranges - known from coastal area around Fleurieu Peninsula, SA where (at Deep Creek, on 

16/9/72) a communal aggregation containing 30 eggs was discovered under a pile of small flat rocks; 4 

taken hatched 6 weeks later at ca. end October, 1972. Egernia cunninghami - activity noted - believed 

restricted to western areas of southern Mt Lofty Range - all found were in deep crevices of large exfoliations 

of boulders. Egernia striolata - activity noted - observed at Mt Barker on 20/10/74, all found in crevices, or 

beneath rock exfoliations - observed foraging amongst rubbish left by picnickers - also known from the 

Murray Valley in SA where it utilises dead trees, and in the South Para River, southeast of Gawler, SA area 

where it is found in rock outcrops. Egernia whitii - activity noted - all found in burrow systems under wellembedded 

rock slabs amongst dense shubs and tussock grass - at Mylor, SA on 21/7/74, 2 of 8 observed 

were active near burrow entrances, other 6 were inactive and wet, deep inside burrow systems. Hemiergis 

decresiensis - activity noted - found beneath bark, and stones on soil rich with rotting wood or leaves and 

grass - found in higher altitude wetter parts of southern Mt Lofty Ranges - the larger Hemiergis peronii 

replaces H. decresiensis on the lower drier areas of the Adelaide Plain, SA and also on the eastern slopes 

around Callington, SA. Leiolopisma guichenoti - activity noted - found foraging in leaf litter areas generally 

with only moderate ground cover. Lerista bougainvillii - activity noted - all found in loose sandy soil under flat 

rocks, logs or bark - at Mylor, SA on 21/7/74 one specimen was found in a waterlogged patch of sand and 

leaf litter under a thin slab of rock (the litter had accumulated in a boulder depression). Suta flagellum - 

activity noted - all specimens under flat rocks on rock or sandy soil - considers that well-drained sites are 

favoured. Checklist of Reptiles recorded from the Mt Lofty Ranges region, SA - Amphibolurus barbatus, 

Amphibolurus decresii, Aprasia striolata, Gehyra variegata, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Underwoodisaurus 

milii, Egernia cunninghami, Egernia striolata, Egernia whitii, Hemiergis decresiensis, Leiolopisma guichenoti, 

Lerista bougainvillii, Tiliqua rugosa, Suta flagellum, Delma molleri, Lialis burtonis, Pygopus lepidopodus, 

Diplodactylus vittatus, Heteronotia binoei, Varanus gouldii rosenbergi, Cryptoblepharus boutonii, Ctenotus 

robustus, Hemiergis peronii, Leiolopisma trilineata, Menetia greyi, Morethia obscura, Sphenomorphus 

quoyii, Sphenomorphus tympanum, Tiliqua scincoides, Typhlina australis, Austrelaps sp., Notechis scutatus, 

Pseudechis porphyriacus, Pseudonaja textilis, Chelodina longicollis. Distribution and habitat of Varanus 

gouldii rosenbergi noted - inhabits woodlands on sandy well-drained soils near Mylor, SA and at Kuitpo, SA. 

Microhabitat of Hemiergis peronii noted - at Callington, SA found in sandy soils under loose mats of 

vegetation or clumps of tussock grass. Habitat of Leiolopisma trilineata noted - at Mt Compass, SA and on 

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Fleurieu Peninsula, SA occurs on ridges and upper slopes having sandy soils with low stunted Eucalyptus 

baxteri and heath association - on 16/9/72 two communal aggregations of eggs were discovered at Deep 

Creek, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA, one mass of 33 eggs found under large stump, other mass of 24 eggs found 

under fallen log. Habitat of Morethia obscura - prefers sandy soil areas with high rainfall, (over 450mm p/y) - 

eastern and western foothills and surrounding plains. Distribution of Sphenomorphus quoyii in SA noted - 

found in permanent westward flowing watercourses - common along Sturt River, but housing development 

threatening this population which is the only one on the western side of Mt Lofty Ranges - also occurs along 

the Murray River.Distribution of Sphenomorphus tympanum in SA noted - found to be uncommon along 

watercourses and swamps at Myponga, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA. Distribution of Typhlina australis noted - 

one found under rock on moist compact soil at Panorama, suburb of Adelaide, SA in foothills of Mt Lofty 

Ranges, SA on 8/10/74. Distribution of Austrelaps sp. (now known as Austrelaps labialis ) noted - confined 

to high altitude, high rainfall areas around Norton Summit of Mt Lofty, SA and south to Fleurieu Peninsula, 

and Kangaroo Island, SA - specimens do not exceed 40 cm in length - one found basking on 14/9/73 amid 

stone and tussock grass on NE facing slope ca 100 m down from summit of Mt Lofty, SA. Distribution of 

Notechis scutatus noted - on eastern half of Mt Lofty Ranges, along Bremer, Angus, and Finniss Rivers and 

associated tributaries - flow to Murray Valley ie Lake Alexandrina - also known from Woodside on 

Onkaparinga River which is westward flowing. Distribution of Chelodina longicollis noted - known only from 

Bremer, Angus and Finniss Rivers which flow into Lake Alexandria - also from Torrens River, where ‘the 

species has no doubt been released as unwanted pets’] 

202 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1976 The reptiles of the Mt Lofty Ranges, South Australia. Part 2. Herpetofauna, 8 

(2): 5-13 

[Zoogeography of Reptiles of the Mt Lofty Ranges, South Australia - Species discussed - Chelodina 

longicollis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus decresii, Aprasia striolata, Delma molleri, Lialis burtonis, 

Pygopus lepidopodus, Diplodactylus vittatus, Gehyra variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Phyllodactylus 

marmoratus, Underwoodisaurus milii, Varanus gouldii rosenbergi, Cryptoblepharus boutonii, Ctenotus 

robustus, Ctenotus uber orientalis, Egernia cunninghami, Egernia striolata, Egernia whitii, Hemiergis 

decresiensis, Hemiergis peronii, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Leiolopisma trilineata, Lerista bougainvillii, Menetia 

greyi, Morethia obscura, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus tympanum [‘warm temp. form’], Tiliqua 

scincoides, Tiliqua rugosa, Typhlina australis, Austrelaps sp., Notechis scutatus, Pseudechis porphyriacus, 

Pseudonaja textilis, Suta flagellum. Distribution record of Ctenotus uber orientalis - from Cherry Gardens, 2 

km NE of Clarendon, SA and from Olary, northern Flinders Ranges, SA. Distribution record of Amphibolurus 

decresii - from Koonanberry Mountain, north of Broken Hill, NSW - AM R50540. Distribution of Tiliqua 

scincoides in SA - known from Hiltaba, SA] 

203 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1976 Cover photograph - Stellate knob-tailed Gecko (Nephurus [sic] stellatus). 

Herpetofauna, 8 (2): front cover + p. 22 

[Nephrurus stellatus - photograph of six-fingered specimen from Tumby Bay area, Eyre Peninsula, SA; 

general comments on feeding and behaviour] 

204 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1977 Cover Photograph. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 18 

[Pseudechis porphyriacus - Photograph of specimen from Eden Valley, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA; recorded 

feeding on mature Limnodynastes dumerilli in wild] 

205 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1980 Diurnal perching by the Southern Spiny-tailed Gecko, Diplodactylus 

intermedius. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 37 

[Diplodactylus intermedius - Habitat mentioned - found within 50 km of Port Augusta, SA; arboreal behaviour 

reported] 

206 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1981 Book Review - A Field Guide to the reptiles of the Australian High Country 

[by] R. Jenkins and R. Bartell. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 24 

[Book Review; Critical of maximum sizes cited by Jenkins and Bartell (1980) for Ctenotus robustus, Egernia 

cunninghami, Sphenomorphus kosciuskoi, and Sphenomorphus tympanum] 

207 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1983 The natural history and conservation status of the Adelaide Pigmy 

Bluetongue Lizard Tiliqua adelaidensis. Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 61-76 [not 1982 as printed] 

[Distribution, habitat, diet, Reproduction; taxonomy, predation and conservation status of Tiliqua 

adelaidensis ; Comparative morphology of Tiliqua adelaidensis with Egernia whitii, Egernia multiscutata, 

Egernia inornata, Tiliqua scincoides, Tiliqua gerrardii, Tiliqua casuarinae, Tiliqua branchialis, and Tiliqua sp 

(cf) branchialis. Reproduction in Tiliqua sp (cf) branchialis - birth and measurements of young. Specimen 

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records of Tiliqua adelaidensis listed - SAM R2227 - Central South Australia; SAM R8588 - Central South 

Australia; SAMR 8589 - Central South Australia; SAM R2228 - North Burra, SA; SAM R8587 - North Burra, 

SA; SAM R2229 - Dry Creek, SA, 15/4/1899; SAM R4307 - Marion, SA, 1959] 

208 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1987 Book Review. Ecology and Natural History of Desert Lizards, by Eric R. 

Pianka. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 9-10 

209 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1987 [Book Review] The Turtles of Venezuela [by] Peter C.H. Pritchard and Pedro 

Trebbau. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 10-11 

210 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1987 The habitat, microhabitat and feeding behaviour of the Rainforest Skink 

Coeranoscincus reticulatus. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 14-15 

[Coeranoscincus reticulatus - from Wiangaree State Forest, NSW - Habitat, microhabitat, feeding behaviour 

and diet recorded - fed on Annelida (Oligochaeta)] 

211 Ehmann, H.F.W. 1988 Post-oviposition egg care in three Australian skink lizards. Herpetofauna, 18 

(1): front cover, 26-29 

[Lampropholis mustelina - from Randwick, Sydney, NSW and Cremorne, Sydney, NSW - Reproduction 

(Egg-laying; Post-oviposition egg care recorded). Leiolopisma zia - from Wiangaree State Forest, NSW - 

Reproduction (Egg-laying; Post-oviposition egg care recorded). Calyptotis scutirostrum - from Wiangaree 

State Forest, NSW - Reproduction (Egg-laying; Post-oviposition egg care recorded)] 

212 Ehmann, H.F.W. and Heazelwood, P. 1978 Official lists of the Common Names for the reptiles and 

amphibians of Australasia. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 19-22 

[Common Names - Proposal to establish list for Australasian species] 

213 Ehmann, H.F.W. and Metcalfe, D.C. 1978 The rediscovery of Ophidiocephalus taeniatus Lucas and 

Frost (Pygopodidae, Lacertilia) - The Bronzeback. Herpetofauna, 9 (2): 8-10 

[A controversial distributional note recording the rediscovery Ophidiocephalus taeniatus in narrative style; 

Metcalfe subsequently disassociated himself from the writing of this article, complaining that although he 

had been the first to capture the species, he was portrayed merely as an assistant to Ehmann in the article, 

and that important biological data on the species was not included in the paper] 

214 Ehmann, H.F.W. and Swan, G. 1987 An indirect indicator of mating in snakes. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 

13 

[Indications of mating noted in Pseudechis porphyriacus - from Spring Creek, near Bonshaw, NSW] 

215 Ehmann, H.F.W. and Swan, G. 1987 Microsympatry, limb characteristics and tail colour in burrowing 

skinks of the genus Anomalopus. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 25-27 

[Distribution, habitat microsympatry, diet and sloughing reported for Anomalopus leuckartii - from Paradise 

Park, ca 2 km south-west of Murrurundi, NSW and near Kulpi, Qld. Anomalopus swansoni - habitat and 

microsympatry with Anomalopus leuckartii and Hemiergis decresiensis at Paradise Park, ca 2 km southwest 

of Murrurundi, NSW discussed. Morphology of limb characteristics of Anomalopus leuckartii compared 

with Anomalopus swansoni and Ophioscincus truncatus. Tail colouration of Anomalopus swansoni, 

Ophioscincus truncatus, Anomalopus verreauxii, Anomalopus brevicollis, Ophioscincus ophioscincus, 

Anomalopus gowi, and Aprasia smithi compared] 

216 Ehmann, H.F.W., Ehmann, H. and Hudson, P. 1987 Amplexing Litoria chloris. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 

front cover [photo and caption] 

[Amplexus observed in wild for Litoria chloris - from near Wallangat State Forest, Seal Rocks area, NSW] 

217 Ellis, G. 1982 Note on the maintenance of a Little Spotted Snake (Denisonia punctata). 


[Captive diet for Denisonia punctata reported - ate Oedura lesueurii, Diplodactylus vittatus, Lampropholis 

guichenoti. Note on effects of envenomation] 

218 Field, R. 1980 The Pink-tongued Skink (Tiliqua gerrardii) in captivity. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 6-10 

[Courtship, mating, birth of young, litter size, colouration in life, behaviour, feeding, growth, effects of 

inadequate diet on reproduction, fighting and diseases in Tiliqua gerrardii - from Mt Spec district, Qld. Effects 

of inadequate diet possibly causing malformation in young in Tiliqua scincoides. Aggressive fighting 

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behaviour also observed in Egernia frerei and Tiliqua scincoides] 

219 Fitzgerald, J.A. and Dencio, R.C. 1990 A southerly extension to the range of the Agamid 

Amphibolurus nobbi nobbi. Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 33-36 

[Amphibolurus nobbi nobbi recorded at the confluence of the Molonglo and Murrumbidgee Rivers, 35o 15’ X 

148o 59’ ACT - ANWC R5159; known also from Bylong, NSW AM R41155-41157. Colouration in life and 

hatchling description, and habitat described. Reptile species list for - Confluence of the Molonglo and 

Murrumbidgee Rivers, 35o 15’ X 148o 59’ ACT - Ctenotus taeniolatus, Ctenotus robustus, Egernia 

cunninghami, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Unechis dwyeri and Amphibolurus nobbi nobbi] 

220 Fitzgerald, M. 1983 Some observations on the reproductive biology of the Common Scaly-foot, 

Pygopus lepidopodus. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 79-80 

[Egg-laying and hatching, behaviour and habitat recorded for Pygopus lepidopodus - from Billinudgel area, 

NSW and Mullumbimby Creek area, Mullumbimby, NSW. Mention of utilisation of Banana planting holes for 

egg-laying by Physignathus lesueurii, Amphibolurus barbatus and Lampropholis delicata. Utilisation of road 

embankments for egg-laying by Demansia psammophis mentioned also] 

221 Fitzgerald, M. 1983 A note on water collection by the Bearded Dragon, Amphibolurus vitticeps. 


[The body of a young Amphibolurus vitticeps was observed to be oriented towards rainfall, and raised in 

such a manner as to allow the water to drain along the surface of the lizard to its head where it was licked up 

as droplets] 

222 Fitzgerald, M. 1986 A New South Wales record for the Freckled Tree Monitor, Varanus tristis 

orientalis. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 23 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Distribution and habitat recorded for Varanus tristis orientalis - from Atholwood, near Texas, NSW); 

Distribution and habitat in Varanus tristis tristis discussed] 

223 Fitzgerald, M. 1989 Captive reproduction in the Rough-scaled Snake (Tropidechis carinatus). 


[Habitat, mating behaviour and birth of young recorded for Tropidechis carinatus - from Mullumbimby Creek, 

NSW 28o 30’ X 153o 30’] 

224 Fleay, D. 1954 Blue-tongued lizards. Reptilia, 1 (1): 4 pages 

[Tiliqua nigrolutea - from Snowy River, Vic - reproduction reported (Snowy River sp. had 3 young) - 

produces from ‘3 to nearly a dozen young towards the end of March - one gave birth to 11-12 - gestation 3 

months - females almost continually bask betwen Feb-March - young pugnaceous, 3’ at birth - slough within 

24 hrs of birth - young seldom observed in bush - take 3-4 years to reach adult size - food recorded (berries, 

leaves and insects) - behaviour (fighting between two juveniles within hours of birth - adults remain 

motionless to evade detection, but if detected, ‘gaping jaws and explosive hisses’) - distribution (‘practically 

restricted to Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania’ - Monaro Plateau obt sp. 19’ ). Tiliqua occipitalis - 

distribution noted - lightness in weight (walks with body and tail clear of the ground) - colouration/pattern 

discussed. Tiliqua scincoides - Distribution noted (Tasmania to the Torres Strait Islands - in Victoria prefers 

dry localities such as Basalt country and along sea coast, among the stone walls of Laverton and Werribee it 

is common) - size (smallest in south of range, largest in northern part of range; notes a very large specimen 

examined from Gayndah, Qld) - reproduction mentioned (viviparous)] 

225 Francis, M. 1981 Observations on heat regulating behaviour in captive specimens of Diporiphora 

winneckei (Lucas and Frost). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 35-36 

[Thermoregulatory behaviour in Diporiphora winneckei - from Macumba River, 27o 11’ X 135o 45’ SA] 

226 Frazer, R. 1973 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 24 

[Reptilia - report that Ulcerative stomatitis has been successfully treated with 10% solution of Listerine, 

together with Terramycin; temperature of enclosure 76-84 degrees F; recommends use of Incremin drops in 

drinking water (0.5 ml per pint of water) for snakes that present feeding problems] 

227 Friendship, M. 1973 My first sea snakes. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 6 

[Hydrophiidae - at Swain Reef, Qld - recorded Aipysurus laevis - also observations at Marion Reefs, 100 

miles north of Swain Reefs, Qld - narrative of venom collecting expedition with Eric Worrell] 

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228 Fyfe, G. 1980 The effect of fire on lizard communities in central Australia. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 1-9 

[Effect of fire on Herpetofauna and habitat - at Ayres Rock, NT - species noted were Nephrurus laevissimus, 

Nephrurus levis, Lerista bipes, Lerista xanthura, Eremiascincus fasciolatus, Amphibolurus nuchalis, 

Diporiphora winneckei, Varanus gouldii flavirufus, Diplodactylus conspicillatus, Ctenotus brooksi, Ctenotus 

colletti, Ctenotus dux, Ctenotus leae, Ctenotus pantherinus, Ctenotus piankai, Ctenotus 

quattuordecimlineatus, Menetia greyi, Amphibolurus isolepis, Diplodactylus ciliaris, Diplodactylus 

stenodactylus, Delma borea, Delma nasuta, Tiliqua branchialis, Tiliqua multifasciata, Varanus tristis] 

229 Fyfe, G. 1981 Predation on reptiles by the Brown Falcon (Falco berigora). Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 31 

[Predation on Reptiles by Falco berigora - at Uluru National Park, 25o 17’ X 131o 00’ NT - prey species 

noted were Amphibolurus nuchalis, Pseudechis australis, Pseudonaja nuchalis, Varanus gouldii flavirufus ; 

attempted predation on Tiliqua multifascata also noted] 

230 Fyfe, G. 1981 Range extension for Hemidactylus frenatus, the Asian House Gecko. Herpetofauna, 

13 (1): 33 

[Distribution of Hemidactylus frenatus in the Northern Territory noted - recorded from Renner Springs, 18o 

19 X 133o 48’ NT] 

231 Fyfe, G. 1981 Nocturnal sightings of two dragon species. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 34 

[Nocturnal activity recorded in Diporiphora sp. from the Katherine area, NT and Tympanocryptus sp. (?) 

cephalus from between Richmond and Hughenden, (on Flinders Hwy), Qld] 

232 Fyfe, G. 1986 Some notes on sympatry between Tiliqua occipitalis and Tiliqua multifasciata in the 

Ayers Rock region and their associations with aboriginal people of the area. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 18-19 [not 


[Distribution and habitat of Tiliqua occipitalis and Tiliqua multifasciata - at Ayers Rock region, NT). 

Associations between aboriginal people and Tiliqua occipitalis and Tiliqua multifasciata. Distribution in 

Northern Territory noted for Tiliqua occipitalis - known from Curtin Springs, 80 km east of Ayres Rock, NT; 

Armstrong Creek, 85 km north-west of Ayres Rock, NT; Mt Conner, 20 km south of Curtin Springs, NT; 

Docker River, NT; 37 km north-east of Mt Conner, NT] 

233 Fyfe, G. 1986 A comparison of the ground-dwelling vertebrate faunas found in hummock grassland 

and mulga shrubland in central Australia. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 49-52 [not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[List of Mammals and Reptiles observed at 12 km north-east of Ayers Rock, 25o 16’ X 131o 09’ NT - 

Mammalia - Mus musculus, Notomys alexis, Pseudomys hermannsburgensis, Ningaui ridei, Sminthopsis 

ooldea; Reptilia - Diplodactylus ciliaris, Diplodactylus conspicillatus, Diplodactylus elderi, Nephrurus levis, 

Rhynchoedura ornata, Delma borea, Delma nasuta, Lialis burtonis, Amphibolurus isolepis, Amphibolurus 

mitchelli, Varanus eremius, Varanus gouldii flavirufus, Ctenotus calurus, Ctenotus dux, Ctenotus 

leonhardii, Ctenotus pantherinus, Ctenotus piankai, Ctenotus quattuordecimlineatus, Ctenotus 

schomburgkii, Lerista desertorum, Pseudonaja modesta ; Predation on Amphibolurus isolepis by 

Sminthopsis ooldea] 

234 Fyfe, G. and Booth, P. 1986 Some notes on the habits of the Little Whip Snake, Unechis flagellum. 


[Unechis flagellum - from Melbourne district, Vic - Habitat, aggregative behaviour, mating, birth of young, 

size of young, activity periods, predation, defensive behaviour and diet reported - (species eaten in captivity 

- Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii, Lampropholis guichenoti, Lampropholis mustelina, Leiolopisma trilineata, 

Hemiergis decresiensis, Ctenotus robustus (juv), Morethia boulengeri, Lerista bougainvillii ; in wild - reports 

regurgitation of frog thought to be Ranidella signifera )] 

235 Fyfe, G. and Harvey, C. 1981 Some observations on the Woma (Aspidites ramsayi) in captivity. 


[Distribution and habitat of Aspidites ramsayi reported - 3 km west of Ayers Rock, NT; 15 km northwest of 

Ayers Rock, NT; Motel at Ayers Rock, NT; 15 km south of Innamincka, SA). Feeding and burrowing 

behaviour reported. Caudal-luring to catch prey compared with Acanthophis spp.] 

236 Fyfe, G. and Munday, B. 1988 Captive breeding of the Desert Death Adder (Acanthophis pyrrhus). 


[Mating, gestation period, birth of young and morphology of neonates reported for Acanthophis pyrrhus - 

from the western Macdonnell Ranges, NT; Caudal-luring discussed] 

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237 Galliford, M. 1981 Notes on the Starred Knob-tailed Gecko, Nephrurus stellatus, caught spotlighting. 


[Habitat and behaviour of Nephrurus stellatus - from Whyalla-Cowell area, 33o 35’ X 137o 07’ SA (also 

known from Iron Duke, ca. 40 km SW of Whyalla, SA). Checklist of reptiles observed at Cowell area, SA - 

Diplodactylus ciliaris, Diplodactylus vittatus, Nephrurus stellatus, Moloch horridus, Amphibolurus muricatus, 

Aprasia inaurita, Pseudonaja nuchalis, Unechis gouldii] 

238 Gambold, N. 1979 Thermoregulation in Agamids. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 14-15 

[General comments only on thermoregulatory behaviour in Agamidae] 

239 Georges, A. 1986 Observations on the nesting and natural incubation of the Long-necked Tortoise 

Chelodina expansa in south-east Queensland. Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 27-31 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Chelodina expansa - from south-east Queensland - Nesting, egg-laying, description of eggs, incubation 

period and comparisons with Emydura macquarii, Elseya dentata, Elseya latisternum, Rheodytes leukops, 

Chelodina longicollis; Chelodina expansa - Known records from southeast Qld cited - Kedron Brook, 

Brisbane, Qld (QM J35344); St Lucia, Brisbane, Qld; Brookfield, Brisbane, Qld; Hidden Lake, Fraser Island, 

Qld; Jennings Lake, Fraser Island, Qld; Lake Coomboo, Fraser Island, Qld; Lockyer Creek, Brisbane Valley, 

Qld] 

240 Gibbons, J.R.H. and Guinea, M.L. 1983 Observations on development of the Fijian Tree Frog, 

Platymantis vitiensis. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 83-86 

[Habitat, embryonic development recorded and metamorphosis reported in Platymantis vitiensis - from 

Wailoku drainage area, 10 km north of Suva, Fiji 18o 05’ X 178o 30’; Embryonic development also 

mentioned for Platymantis vitianus] 

241 Giddings, S. 1978 Some notes on trematode infestation in tiger snakes in S.A. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 

7-8 

[Trematode infestation - by Dolichoperides macalpini - in Notechis scutatus - from Narrung, Lake Albert, SA 

- discusses possible sources of infestation and treatments. Also reports finding undescribed parasitic worm 

in Hemiergis peroni and a tapeworm in Chelodina longicollis - both from Narrung area SA] 

242 Giddings, S. 1986 An observation of a display of aggressive behaviour between two male Tusked 

Frogs (Adelotus brevis). Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 50 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Male combat and mating behaviour reported in Adelotus brevis - from Lismore area, NSW. Diet noted - 

attempted to eat Litoria ewingii] 

243 Gillam, M.W. 1979 Notes on the status of the ‘blind’ snake, Typhlina tovelli (Loveridge). 


[Taxonomic status of Typhlina tovelli and morphological comparison with Typhlina diversa. Distribution of 

Typhlina diversa in Northern Territory discussed - specimens known from Renner Springs, 18o 19’ X 133o 

48’ NT; Tennant Creek, 19o 39’ X 134o 11’ NT] 

244 Gillam, M.W., Cawood, I.S. and Honner, G.J. 1978 New reptile records from central Australia, 

Northern Territory. Herpetofauna, 9 (2): 18-25 

[Specimen records in Northern Territory for Amphibolurus pictus - 7 km NNW of Charlotte Waters, 25o 53’ X 

134o 52’ NT (NTM A/S R177, R178, R179); Menetia greyi - 7 km NNW of Charlotte Waters, NT; Ctenotus 

regius - Simpson Desert, 25o 07’ X 135o 58’ NT (NTM A/S R365, R415; AM R64686, R64687 (formerly 

NTM A/S R367, R368) also Hermannsburg Mission 23o 36’ X 132o 40’ NT (NTM A/S R275) and Finke 25o 

39’ X 134o 36’, NT (NTM A/S R414); Typhlina nigroterminata - Uluru National Park 25o 21’ X 131o 03’, NT 

(NTM A/S R 371, R413, R416, R417) and Utopia Station, NNE of Alice Springs, NT (AM R65228); Varanus 

brevicauda - 2 km E. of Illogwa Creek, on a seismic track, Simpson Desert 24o 34’ X 136o 15’, NT (NTM 

A/S R361); Colouration in life, morphology, ecological notes and habitat in NT discussed for Amphibolurus 

pictus, Ctenotus regius, Varanus brevicauda, and Typhlina nigroterminata. Use of deserted burrows of 

Rattus villosissimus by Ctenotus regius ; Sympatry between Ctenotus leonhardii and Ctenotus regius 

recorded] 

245 Gough, P.A. 1972 Letters to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 23 

[Captive husbandry of snakes - critical of methods proposed by D. Adams in Herpetofauna 5 (1): 14-17] 

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246 Green, D. 1973 The Reptiles of the outer north-western suburbs of Sydney. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 2-5 

[Checklist of species provided for outer suburbs of Sydney area, NSW (Galston, Arcadia, Hornsby, Pennant 

Hills, Dural, Mount Kuring-gai, Cheltenham) - Pseudonaja t. textilis, Notechis s. scutatus (one juvenile from 

Pennant Hills, NSW), Acanthophis a. antarcticus (two seen in wet sclerophyll forest at Pennant Hills, NSW), 

Pseudechis porphyriacus, Demansia p. psammophis, Unechis nigrescens, Furina diadema (common about 

3 miles north of West Pennant Hills, NSW), Hemiaspis signata, Cacophis squamulosus (from Castle Hill, 

NSW), Ramphotyphlops nigrescens (found in both wet and dry sclerophyll forests), Morelia s. spilotes, 

Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Boiga irregularis, Diplodactylus vittatus, Oedura lesueurii (common at Galston, 

NSW), Phyllurus platurus (up to 12 have been found in the same crevice), Underwoodisaurus milii, 

Cryptoblepharus boutonii, Leiolopisma mustelina, Leiolopisma trilineata (‘common in some grassy farming 

areas...alongside the Weasel Skink’), Leiolopisma platynotum, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Tiliqua scincoides, 

Egernia cunninghami, Egernia whitii (particularly common in Mount Kuring-gai area, NSW), Saiphos equalis, 

Ctenotus taeniolatus, Ctenotus lesueurii, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus tenuis, Varanus varius 

(especially common at Arcadia, NSW), Lialis burtonis (occurs in dry sandy areas sympatrically with 

Demansia psammophis), Pygopus lepidopodus (one found in North Rocks, NSW), Amphibolurus barbatus, 

Amphibolurus muricatus, Amphibolurus diemensis (one found at Mount Kuring-gai, NSW), Physignathus 

lesueurii (live in rock crevices along creeks), Chelodina longicollis, Emydura macquarii (one found in dam at 

Dundas, NSW ‘possibly a released specimen’)] 

247 Green, D. 1973 Observations on the Southern Leaf-tailed Gecko Phyllurus platurus (Shaw). 


[Phyllurus platurus - description (general notes) - sexual difference reported (males have cluster of 3 spines 

on small gland behind hind limbs) - distribution noted - from south of Sydney through to southern Qld; study 

area in Sydney Basin (Gosford to Sutherland, and west to Bell, NSW) - considers that the species does not 

occur west of Blue Mountains). Habitat preferences recorded (sandstone areas, in caves and crevices 

protected from direct sunshine - prefers crevices that are free of moss or debris, and occur sympatrically 

with Oedura lesueurii and Egernia cunninghami - utilises both vertical and horizontal crevices- notes the 

use of brick houses when adjacent to sandstone areas, as the under-house environment is similar to cave 

microhabitat). Aggregative behaviour reported (large colonies can be found - 16 in one crevice in October, 

1972 - notes that colonies in crevices near caves disperse during wet weather from crevices to drier caves). 

Diet recorded - faecal analysis of specimen from Pennant Hills, NSW revealed a flat spider (Hemicloea sp.), 

another faecal deposit revealed several beetles ( on 10/10/73), others revealed remains of cave crickets and 

moths - in captivity fed on slaters (Porcellio sp.), most kinds of insects and spiders eaten (incl. Red-backed 

Spiders), earthworms, moths (up to 4.5’ wing-span), segmented larvae of beetles, mantids, phasmids, 

grasshoppers, butterflies, mayflies, flies, Cave Crickets - a juvenile consumed Sugar Ants (Camptonotus 

sp.) - Mature specimen 14 cm in length attacked a 28 cm Phasmid and subdued it after 10 minutes, by 

rubbing it against a rock, and eventually folding it in half - it did not eat it - specimen observed drinking in 

captivity by lapping water running down the side of enclosure - generally poor feeders in captivity if confined 

in small enclosure, but in large outdoor cages approximating natural conditions fed well soon after 

confinement. Activity pattern recorded - essentially nocturnal, emerge only when completely dark, and temp. 

above 17 C. - forage at night on rock faces rather than in associated forest of habitat - when torchlight shone 

on specimens, they quickly scuttle back to crevices - juveniles appear to have same activity cycle as adults. 

Defensive reactions observed - tail dismemberment common, ca 70% of sp. collected had regenerated tails 

- will dismember tail during capture - will sometimes bite, and squeak loudly, sometimes for up to 20 

seconds - one specimen, when confronted by a sub-adult Tiliqua scincoides, stood high on its legs, giving a 

shrill cry, with its tail bent perpendicular to its body - this behaviour also elicited when sprayed with a hose, 

or rubbed on dorsum - notes cryptic pattern/colour as aid to defense. Status noted - considered to be under 

threat from encroachment of man upon habitat - can adapt to urban environment, but is less common. 

Potential predators noted - Antechinus stuartii considered likely predator, as remains of geckos and other 

small animals were found in caves inhabited by this marsupial - noted that Boiga irregularis from same area 

will readily feed on Phyllurus platurus - considers domestic cats as potential predator - notes that P. platurus 

is infested with red mites - Reproductive notes - mating observed in May, 1972, temp. 19 C., (pers. comm. 

from K. Strong who reported matings at same time) - in October most females are heavily gravid, and eggs 

are laid from Oct-Nov in captivity - two eggs are laid - on 14 January, an egg was collected on cliff face at 

Pennant Hills, NSW and it hatched in the bag on the day of collection (hatchling size SVL 32 mm, VTL 48 

mm) - in captivity, specimens have laid eggs both in crevices and in open. Tail regeneration noted - in 

captivity specimens regenerated tails in about 3.5 months - considers this rapid compared to wild specimens 

- regenerated tails are distinctly orange-red in colour] 

248 Green, K. 1980 Tortoise egg predation at Brownes Lake, Mount Gambier, South Australia. 

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[Chelodina longicollis - from Brownes Lake, Mount Gambier, SA - Egg predation by Vulpes vulpes reported] 

249 Greer, A.E. 1982 The Knob-tailed Gecko Nephrurus levis De Vis. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): front cover 

[Nephrurus levis - from Maud Hill, WA - Photo of mating pair] 

250 Greer, A.E. 1989 Book Review. Australia’s Reptiles. A Photographic Reference to the Terrestrial 

Reptiles of Australia. [by] Wilson, S.K. and D.G. Knowles. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 27-28 

251 Griffiths, K. 1981 Macleay’s Water Snake (Enhydris polylepis). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 31-32 

[Feeding behaviour and diet recorded for Enhydris polylepis - mention of diseases in captivity being due to 

unclean water] 

252 Groom, S. 1972 The fate of the Shinglebacks. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 8 

[Report of many Trachydosaurus rugosus being observed dead on road between Stawell and Halls Gap 

area, Victoria in December, 1971 - concerned that numbers killed by traffic, and large numbers collected for 

the pet industry in Melbourne will have drastic effect on population - recommends that road signs be made 

to warn motorists of lizards crossing roads - suggests that laws be introduced to prevent collection for pet 

industry] 

253 Groom, S. 1973 Notes on the keeping and distribution of the Jacky Lizard (Amphibolurus 

muricatus). Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 3-5 

[General description and remarks on captive husbandry for Amphibolurus muricatus - soon adjusts to 

confinement providing not handled - uses pile of rotted fruit in cage to attract flies and other insects as food - 

also feed on worms, small snails, grasshoppers, spiders and black ants. Reproduction noted - males display 

by head-bobbing, forearm waving and tail flicking in breeding season, apparently as a prelude to mating - 

female lays 7-8 eggs in average clutch - not buried in cage, but placed under bark or rotting log on ground - 

sometimes just layed on ground scattered around in open. Distribution in Victoria noted - virtually 

everywhere, including mountainous areas like Stawell - considers that it lives as colonies in some areas - at 

Stawell, Victoria 25 specimens observed within 50 yard strip along road verge - (Varanus gouldii also 

observed here) - at Frankston, Vic., 21 specimens found in only 20 yard radius, some being on the beach 

only feet from the sea - other localities mentioned were Halls Gap, Point Leo (Mornington Peninsula), and 

Churchill National Park, ca 8 miles from Melbourne] 

254 Groom, S. 1973 Further notes on the Jacky Lizard, Amphibolurus muricatus in captivity. 


[Captive husbandry of Amphibolurus muricatus - seldom drinks from pond, sprays enclosure with water 

during hot weather, and lizards lick drops from vegetation and rocks. Reproduction mentioned - breeding 

season is Oct.-Dec. - territoriality/male combat described - males indulge in territorial displays as follows: 

one male rapidly head-bobs and approaches rival male, which lays prone, very slowly head-bobbing, the 

aggressive male then bites the others’ tail - another behaviour observed is where 2-3 males circle each 

other, with bodies raised high off the ground and flattened sideways as they move anticlockwise trying to 

bite each other’s tail - fighting lizards reported to ignore human presence - gravid females reject further 

attempts at mating] 

255 Haffenden, A. 1972 Letters to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 18-19 

[Captive husbandry of snakes - general comments in reference to D. Adams’ article] 

256 Harlow, P. and Van der Straaten, M. 1976 Reptiles of the Oxford Falls area. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): 6- 

7 

[Checklist of Reptiles recorded for Oxford Falls, Sydney, NSW - Boiga irregularis, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, 

Morelia spilotes, Pseudechis porphyriacus, Notechis scutatus, Hemiaspis signata, Tiliqua scincoides, 

Physignathus lesueurii, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Saiphos equalis, Leiolopisma mustelina, Leiolopisma 

platynota, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Leiolopisma delicata, Cryptophis nigrescens, Demansia psammophis, 

Vermicella annulata, Typhlina nigrescens, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Egernia cunninghami, Cryptoblepharus 

boutonii, Diplodactylus vittatus, Oedura lesueurii, Underwoodisaurus milii, Cacophis squamulosus, 

Pseudonaja textilis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Varanus gouldii, Varanus varius, Phyllurus platurus, Lialis 

burtonis, Pygopus lepidopodus, Acanthophis antarcticus. Reported that the AHS carried out a survey of this 

area on 5/10/75 and recorded 19 of these species, including a Morelia spilotes and Boiga irregularis. 

Seasonal movements reported for Boiga irregularis Morelia spilotes, and Dendrelaphis punctulatus - 

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arboreal during warm weather, being found in trees or shrubs, while during colder months seeks shelter 

under rock on rock, exfoliations or crevices. Seasonality reported for Cacophis squamulosus - found during 

Sept-Oct., then during April-May -usually beneath rocks, bark or logs on slopes. Habitat of Acanthophis 

antarcticus noted - can be found in leaf-litter around bases of large trees, and in between deep and wide 

rock crevices] 

257 Hay, M. 1971 Notes on breeding and growth rate of Morelia spilotes spilotes. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 

10 

[Morelia spilotes spilotes - female collected at Gosford, NSW in March 1960 and male Morelia spilotes 

variegata collected at Coffs Harbour, NSW in January, 1964 - mating took place in captivity (date not stated) 

- 27 eggs layed between 2-11 January, 1966 - female coiled around eggs, and very aggresive behaviour 

noted - female had not eaten since May, 1965 - left eggs each morning to bask for about 1 hour, then 

returned to eggs - no artificial heat used - eggs occasionally sprayed with water - 20 hatched on 10 March, 

1966 - first sloughed 7-8 April, 1966 - at birth colour/pattern of juveniles as in variegata, not at all like 

spilotes, but at about 18 months age colour like spilotes, pattern like variegata - juveniles fed on small mice - 

recorded growth rate of two in captivity] 

258 Hay, M. 1972 Notes on growth and breeding of Acanthophis antarcticus a. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 14- 

15 

[Reproduction and growth in captivity of Acanthophis antarcticus - female collected at Sandy Hollow, NSW 

on 2 January, 1964 (11.5’ total length) -male collected at Bundeena, NSW on 3 November, 1966 (26’ total 

length) - Sexes distinguished by male having thicker and longer tail (by about 50%) than female - growth 

rate of female recorded (January, 1964 - 11.5’, April, 1965 - 15.5’, April, 1966 - 18.5’, April, 1967 - 22’, May, 

1968 - 26’, April, 1969 - 29’, December, 1970 - 30.5’, April, 1971 - 31.5’) - Food consumed recorded - 

Female consumed Sphenomorphus quoyii, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Egernia whitii, Tiliqua scincoides, other 

small skinks, geckos, dragons, finches, sparrows, occasionally dead mice - but never live mice; male 

consumed only mice. Mating observed - between January to March, 1968, October to November, 1968, 

October to December, 1969 - mating usually lasted 1-3 weeks - no mating during 1970, over 12 months 

before young born - records birth of juveniles (20 born on 11-12 March, 1971, comprising 11 female and 9 

male) - female very restless for several days prior to giving birth, continually moving around the enclosure - 

about 2 hours before young born, female made depression in sand about 9’ in diameter and 3’ deep by 

crawling around in circle, with head tucked underneath body coiles being used as a scoop to remove sand 

from the hole - young born during night (between 1830 hrs and 0700 hrs next morning) - first sloughing 

dates recorded (8 on 25/3/71, 8 on 26/3/71, 4 on 27/3/71) - juveniles commenced feeding on 28/3/71 

consuming mature Ctenotus taeniolatus and immature Sphenomorphus quoyii] 

259 Hay, M. 1972 The breeding of Physignathus lesueurii l. in captivity. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 2-3 

[Captive husbandry and reproduction in Physignathus lesueurii - male in captivity for 14 years - has bred 

with 5 females over several years - one female collected as fully grown adult at Lane Cove, NSW in 1959 is 

still breeding - breeding season recorded as October-December - young hatch January to Mid April - eggs 

layed between 1500-1800 hrs - records two specimens laying two clutches each during this last season, 

speculated that this may have happened previously, but not observed - average clutch 8-10 eggs, however 

one female that layed two clutches deposited 17 eggs on 29/10/1971, then 15 on 9/12/1971 - eggs from 

these two clutches were generally smaller than is usual for the species - laying behaviour described - ca. 3 

days before laying, female begins digging egg-chamber in soil, usually about 3 -6 holes in different positions 

are excavated, before choosing a suitable hole - the laying hole is about 6-8 inches deep - as each egg is 

laid, it is covered with soil (packed down with nose of laying female) - has recorded a total of 85 eggs being 

laid last season - hatchlings will be released in wild - growth rate of female specimen recorded (Born 

24/3/66; April, 1967 - 8’, March, 1968 - 10’, April, 1969 - 13.5’, January, 1970 - 17.5’, January, 1971 - 23’) - 

begin breeding at 5 years (in three instances) - juveniles born from Lane Cove female X Wentworth Falls, 

NSW male developed colouration like Physignathus l. howittii - males and females practice headbobbing/arm 

waving behaviour at any time of year (but more so in breeding season) - records territorial 

behaviour (male actively chases all other males - both young and old- from the enclosure, bites their tail - 

one was killed by dominant male] 

260 Hayes, D. 1970 An ideal field trip. Herpetofauna, 2 (2): 4-5 

[Narrative report of field trip to Hebel, Qld in January, 1970 - Dennis Hayes, Greg Churchill, Noel Leech and 

Randolph Rohrlach observed Tiliqua scincoides, and collected Trachydosaurus rugosus, purchased a 

Denisonia devisii at Hebel hotel for $2; Wendy Manning and Geoff Manning mentioned] 

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261 Hayes, D. 1973 Observations on mating of male Broadheaded Snake Hoplocephalus bungaroides 

(Boie) and female Stephens’ Banded Snake Hoplocephalus stephensii (Krefft). Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 23-24 

[Diet in captivity reported for Hoplocephalus bungaroides and Hoplocephalus stephensii - (dead threequarter 

grown mice eaten). Mating observed in captivity on 19/3/73 between male Hoplocephalus 

bungaroides and female Hoplocephalus stephensii - did not report outcome] 

262 Hayes, D. 1973 Observation on distribution of the Broad-headed Snake Hoplocephalus bungaroides 

(Boie). Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 27 

[Claimed to have observed a Hoplocephalus bungaroides active on a dirt road during the evening of 

25/12/72 near Murwillumbah area, NSW - not captured - mentioned that he has collected Hoplocephalus 

stephensii in same area, but convinced that sighting not this species. This potentially represented a massive 

range extension of about 800 km, but because alleged sighting undertaken from a vehicle moving at 15-20 

miles per hour, on a dirt road, at night, and the snake escaped from the road before the observers even left 

their vehicle and so could not be verified by photograph or as a specimen record, ‘...at least one 

experienced herpetological associate has expressed doubts...’ (this was R. Wells)] 

263 Heatwole, H.F. 1980 Seal predation on a sea snake. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 24 

[Predation on Pelamis platurus by adult Leopard Seal, Hydrurga leptonyx - Seal at Whale Beach, NSW 

regurgitated the snake after capture] 

264 Heazelwood, P. 1979 Recordings of Litoria maculata (Spencer) from two Victorian locations. 


[Litoria maculata - Distribution notes - new records from Mount Buffalo National Park, Vic; Big River and 

Taponga River, Eildon district, Vic. Calling and general behaviour noted] 

265 Hermes, N. 1981 Mertens’ Water Monitor feeding on trapped fish. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 34 

[Varanus mertensi - from Jim Jim Falls, Arnhem Land, NT - Recorded feeding on trapped fish at base of 

waterfall] 

266 Hicks, J. and Heatwole, H.F. 1980 Accidental commercial transport of a frog to Christmas Island, 

Indian Ocean. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 24-25 

[Introduction of Litoria adelaidensis to Christmas Island, Indian Ocean reported] 

267 Hill, I. 1975 Herpetological medicine. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 21-22 

[Reptiles - captive husbandry, diseases and treatments noted - for canker hydrogen peroxide successful if 

early stage of infection - recommends use of diluted disinfectants such as ‘Dettol’ for mouth infections - 

respiratory problems are treated with suitable antibiotics - comments that usage of Vitamin B12 is not readily 

absorbed by digestive tract so must be injected to stimulate appetite, using 1ml Cytamen 100 for snakes 

over 3ft, large lizards and crocodiles ca 3ft, suggests reducing dosage according to weight for smaller 

reptiles, injecting intramuscularly or subcutaneously - skin problems, such as cuts and abrasions use BFI or 

Terramycin powder, for terrapins, cracks in shell are filled with powder, then spray over wound ‘Portex 

Plastic Skin’ so that powder is not lost when re-entering water, also increase calcium supplement in diet and 

water - treat mite infections by washing infested reptile with water at room temperature (susceptable to 

shock if sudden temperature change), and after drying spray reptile with ‘Elliott’s No Pest Dusting Atomiser’, 

place in clean enclosure, repeat as necessary, infested cage should be completely dusted and left unused 

until mites have been eradicated - note powder is ineffective in damp conditions, so remove water tray - 

powder used has been found to be harmless to reptiles - use of pest strips can prevent mite infestations, but 

warns against allowing reptiles to make contact with pest strips] 

268 Hill, I. 1979 Observations on egg-laying in Chelodina longicollis. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 28-29 

[Chelodina longicollis - from Kurri Kurri, NSW - reports egg-laying and hatching - records Emydura macquarii 

from Wallis Creek area, Kurri Kurri, NSW] 

269 Hirschhorn, H.L. 1973 Diseases of captive Reptiles. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 15-17 

[Diseases of Reptiles discussed - Maladaptation Syndrome described (mentions that in 60% of Chelonians 

and 80% of snakes, death was due to failure to adapt to captive environment - results of 66 yrs of data at 

Philadelphia Zoo] 

270 [Hoessle, C.] 1970 Simple incubators for reptile eggs at Saint Louis Zoological Park. Herpetofauna, 

2 (3): 2 

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[Reprinting of article from International Zoo Year Book, No 9] 

271 Holmes, A. 1952 Members Notes. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Habitat, behaviour and colouration in life of Pseudelaps diadema - from Mt Westmacott, Waterfall NSW] 

272 Holmes, A. 1954 Notes on the growth of juvenile Denisonia signata. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 15-17 

[Reproduction in captivity of Denisonia signata - from North Bondi, NSW - Gravid female was ca. 2ft long - 

immediately prior to giving birth female experienced slight but rapid convulsions, and drank water freely - 

during birth female was acutely nervous and alert - young born between 22 January and 27 January 1953 - 

total number unknown - by 26th at least three juveniles born, another eight were born between 0630 - 1030 

hrs on 27/1/53 - four of these were still in foetal sac at 1030 hrs on 27th but emerged after a few minutes - at 

1050 hrs 12th juvenile born, taking about 2 minutes for the sac to be completely free of the female, and in 

about five minutes the juvenile had emerged from the sac - in the afternoon of the 27th Jan. number 13 was 

born - juveniles reared in a striking stance immediately after birth (none attempted to bite) - all had sloughed 

within two hours of birth - within 24 hrs fed on ‘small garden skinks’. One kept to study rate of growth in 

captivity (25/1/53 - 5.5 inches, 19/3/53 - 7’, 5/5/53 - 8.5 inches, 29/12/53 - 11.25 inches, 2/2/54 - 13’, 22/3/54 

- 14’). During this period only fed on small skinks, and no direct sunlight was provided - frequency of 

sloughing also noted] 

273 Hopgood, J. 1981 Canker and its effect on a Water Python (Liasis mackloti). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 

15-16 

[Necrotic stomatitis in Liasis mackloti - cause of infection and treatment discussed] 

274 Hoser, R.T. 1980 Further records of aggregations of various species of Australian snakes. 


[Aggregative behaviour reported in Typhlina nigrescens - from Belrose, 33o 45’ X 151o 15’ NSW; 

Glenbrook, 33o 46 X 150o 36’ NSW; St. Clair, 33o 48’ X 150o 48’ NSW. Aggregative behaviour reported in 

Typhlina wiedii from 5 km S. of Bell, 27o 05’ X 151o 26’ Qld. Aggregative behaviour reported in Morelia 

spilotes spilotes from Hawkesbury River area, 33o 30’ X 151o 10’ NSW. Aggregative behaviour reported in 

Boiga irregularis from St Ives, 33o 43’ X 151o 16’ NSW; Wyong area, 33o 15 X 151o 15’ NSW. Aggregative 

behaviour reported in Demansia psammophis from Terry Hills, 33o 43’ X 151o 17’ NSW; Kenthurst, 33o 38’ 

X 150o 57’ NSW. Aggregative behaviour reported in Furina diadema from Glenbrook area, 33o 46’ X 150o 

36’ NSW (syntopic with D. psammophis at this locality). Aggregative behaviour reported in Cryptophis 

nigrescens from Darkes Forest, 34o 11’ X 150o 56’ NSW; Kangaroo Valley, 34o 43’ X 150o 33’ NSW. 

Aggregative behaviour reported in Pseudonaja textilis from Rooty Hill-Mt Druitt area, 33o 43’ X 150o 45’ 

NSW (syntopic with Tiliqua scincoides here); Windsor area, 33o 35’ X 150o 50’ NSW. Aggregative 

behaviour reported in Pseudechis porphyriacus from Rooty Hill-Mt Druitt area, 33o 43’ X 150o 45’ NSW. 

General remarks on the abundance of Notechis scutatus and Austrelaps superbus] 

275 Hoser, R.T. 1981 Note on an unsuitable food item taken by a Death Adder (Acanthophis antarcticus) 

(Shaw). Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 30-31 

[Predation by Acanthophis antarcticus on Physignathus lesueurii - from St. Ives, NSW 33o 44’ X 151o 12’] 

276 Hosmer, W. 1952 Members Notes. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Cairns area, Qld - Following species recorded - Liasis fuscus, Dipsadomorphus irregularis (length 7’ 0.5’), 

Dipsadomorphus fuscus, Demansia psammophis, Hypshirhina macleayi, Tropidonotus (Natrix) mairii, 

Chersydrus granulatus, Demansia torquata] 

277 [Hosmer, W.] 1954 Collecting trip. Reptilia, 1 (6): 5, 9 

[Report of field work by William Hosmer and Louis Robechaux of Cairns who travelled from Cairns to 

Sydney between Jan 29th-March 18th, 1954 and collected the following species: (Snakes only in this 

report): Townsville area: Demansia p. olivacea, Furina diadema, Natrix mairii, Denisonia pallidiceps. 

Charters Towers - Pseudechis australis ; 7 Mile Range - Denisonia suta, Furina diadema, Liasis childreni. 

Carella (Capella ?), Qld - Pseudechis australis, Demansia t. textilis, Demansia p. psammophis, Denisonia 

suta, Hoplocephalus bitorquatus, Aspidites m. melanocephalus, Liasis childreni, Denisonia m. maculata 

(Type of D. m. muelleri), Furina diadema. Bluff, Qld - Ahaetulla punctulata. Dalby, Qld - Denisonia daemelii, 

Aspidomorphus harriettae, Pseudechis porphyriacus. Taree, NSW - Demansia t. textilis, Demansia p. 

psammophis, Denisonia signata, Denisonia pallidiceps, Pseudechis porphyriacus] 

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278 Huddy, S. 1972 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 16 

[Observed 8 Tympanocryptus sp. in captivity in South Australia laying eggs ‘during the past five weeks 

(16.12.71)’. Behaviour of laying female observed - when digging egg chamber, female surfaces regularly 

and appeared to check for potential predators, chasing away other lizards that came within the area of laying 

- even biting, if no response from chasing behaviour - female remains within area of laying for about 1 week 

after eggs layed and if another tries to burrow near the females egg-chamber, its burrow will be filled-in 

(even resulting sometimes in the burial of the intruding lizard as it excavates)] 

279 [Huddy, S.] 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 24 

[Captive Pygopodids ate moist soft fruits, like ripe banana, watermelon and tomato] 

280 Hudson, P. 1977 An account of egg-laying by the Thorny Devil, Moloch horridus (Gray). 


[Moloch horridus - from Whyalla, 33o 04’ X 137o 32’ SA - Egg-laying reported and description of eggchamber 

construction] 

281 Hudson, P. 1979 On the birth and breeding of Death Adders in captivity. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 11- 

13 

[Feeding, behaviour and captive reproduction of Acanthophis antarcticus - (specimens from Iron Duke 

region, SA - 33o 23’; X 137o 10’, also a female from Port Germein, SA, and a male from Tumby Bay, SA) - 

morphology of juveniles discussed] 

282 Hudson, P. 1979 Notes on the behavioural antics of the Painted Dragon, Amphibolurus pictus 

Peters. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 26 

[Territorial behaviour of Amphibolurus pictus - from Whyalla Fauna Park, near Whyalla, 33o 03’ X 137o 31’ 

SA] 

283 Hudson, P. 1981 Observations on egg laying by the Marbled Gecko, Phyllodactylus marmoratus 

(Fitzinger). Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 32-33 

[Communal egg-laying reported for Phyllodactylus marmoratus - from Hopkins Island, 34o 58’ X 136o 04’ 

SA] 

284 Husband, G.A. 1979 Range extension for Chelosania brunnea. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 29-30 

[Chelosania brunnea was discovered 10 km north of Daly Waters, NT - notes on ‘chameleon-like’ behaviour] 

285 Husband, G.A. 1979 Notes on a nest and hatchlings of Varanus acanthurus. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 

29-30 

[Hatchlings of Varanus acanthurus discovered in natural egg-deposition site at ca. 30 km north of Barkley 

Highway on Tablelands Hwy, NT - Diet of juveniles in captivity - ate Lampropholis delicata, Lampropholis 

guichenoti,Lampropholis mustelina, Leiolopisma platynota, Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii, Egernia whitei, 

Cryptoblepharus boutonii, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Ctenotus robustus, Ctenotus strauchii, Morethia boulengeri, 

Carlia burnettii, Gehyra variegata, Oedura lesueurii, Heteronotia binoei] 

286 Husband, G.A. 1980 Unusual burrowing behaviour in Pygopus lepidopodus. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 

36 

[Burrowing behaviour of Pygopus lepidopodus reported; an amazing observation reminiscent of the 

observations in the ridiculed Linton paper (Linton, E.H. 1929: Pygopus, the mud-dweller. Vic. Nat., 45 (10): 

248-252)] 

287 Husband, G.A. 1980 A note on egglaying by Hemidactylus frenatus (House Gecko) in Darwin. 


[Egg-laying, hatching and size of hatchlings of Hemidactylus frenatus from Nightcliffe, Darwin, NT] 

288 Ingram, G.J. and Parker, F. 1977 The occurrence of Lamprolepis smaragdina (Lesson) in Australia? 


[Lamprolepis smaragdina pervirdis - An old record from Point Cook, Cooktown, Qld (NMV D973) - is 

concluded to be an erroneous record and therefore the species is rejected as part of the Australian 

herpetofauna] 

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289 Irvine, W. 1952 Notes on the effects of a bite from Pseudechis prophyriacus [sic]. Australian Reptile 

Club Journal, 1 (2): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Anecdotal comments reporting effects of envenomation by Pseudechis porphyriacus] 

290 Irvine, W. 1954 Notes on the Brown Tree Snake. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 2 pages 

[General remarks on Dipsadomorphus fusca, and northern relative Dipsadomorphus irregularis - neither 

dangerous, knows of three cases of bites - slight stinging sensation at site of punctures, but not certain of 

envenomation - Size in Qld over 6ft, but only 3-4ft 6’ in NSW - Food in wild is mice and birds, uses 

constriction to secure prey - Nocturnal - oviparous - aggressive elevated striking posture - Difference 

between these two species is size of anterior palatine teeth- larger in D. irregularis] 

291 Irvine, W. 1963 Notes on the effect of a bite by a small Red-bellied Black Snake Pseudechis 

porphyriacus. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 13 

[Amended version of original that appeared in 1952 in ‘Australian Reptile Club Journal’, 1 (2): 2 - 

unpaginated] 

292 Irvine, W. 1973 Canker. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 23 

[Diseases of Reptiles - Canker (Ulcerative stomatitis) recorded in wild caught Liasis amethystinus ca. 14ft in 

length from Atherton Tableland, Qld - also quotes pers. comm. from Harold Snell and Robert Snell that 3%- 

4% of wild caught specimens of L. amethystinus are infected with canker; also records a wild caught Carpet 

Python from same area as having ‘watery blister’] 

293 Irvine, W. 1976 Letter to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): 9 

[Taxonomy of Morelia spilota - Regards the use of Morelia argus as invalid as it was described prior to the 

discovery of eastern Australia] 

294 Irvine, W. and Millar, D.B. 1963 Annual Report of the affairs of the Australian Herpetological Society 

for the year 1962-63. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 2-3 

[AHS- Reports that 1962-63 year ‘one of turmoil and unfortunate incidents for the Society’ - President Roy 

Mackay resigned, Secretary David McPhee resigned - new President/Chairman shared by H. Hirschhorn 

and William Irvine - new Secretary/Treasurer shared by I. Stewart, A. Graham, K. Outzen and D. Millar - by 

end of Society year [April, 1963] President / Chairman was William Irvine, Vice-President H. Hirschhorn, 

Secretary / Treasurer was David Millar, position of Assistant Secretary Vacant - recommends changes to 

AHS through re-establishment of AHS journal - a syllabus of lectures for meetings - printing of letterheads, 

membership cards and brochures advertising AHS - amendments to Society Constitution allowing junior 

members to keep greater variety of species - at March 1963 meeting of AHS a proposal that members can 

be expelled from the Society ‘because of a lack of seriousness’ was approved unanimously - notification that 

‘Herpetofauna’ to be issued in May [1963], but critical of low level of senior member support - reports that 

lectures for 1963-64 will be recorded for publication by AHS - reports that thefts of reptiles from collections of 

four members and Eric Worrell occured during year - Gosford police were erroneously informed that reptiles 

were stolen by an AHS member, resulting in ‘some friction with Gosford police’ (Constable J. Bond invited to 

AHS meeting to advise members on position regarding theft of their specimens, and was made an Honorary 

Member of the AHS) - several instances of ‘Juniors and their Associates keeping reptiles banned to them’ 

resulting in the unconditional expulsion from Society of J. Smith; B. Bush was suspended for six months and 

Gutz Schweinfurth was officially reprimanded (‘It has been made clear that no infringement of the 

regulations will be tolerated.’) - AHS bank account was at ANZ Bank, 97 Castlereagh St., Sydney] 

295 [Jacobson, K.] 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 23 

[Report of reptiles found in Tamworth area, NSW - Diporiphora bilineata (=Amphibolurus nobbi), Ctenotus l. 

lesueurii, Egernia whitii, Liasis childreni, Pseudonaja textilis, ‘Black Snakes’, Demansia psammophis, 

Brachyurophis australis, Morelia spilotes variegata, Varanus varius, Varanus gouldii, Gymnodactylus milii. 

Records diet of a specimen of Liasis childreni from Tamworth area (ate skinks from area of capture, but also 

Sphenomorphus quoyii - rejected dragons, geckos, mice, birds and frogs)] 

296 Jacobson, K. 1972 Observation. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 8 

[Effects on Hyla caerulea of bite from Pseudonaja textilis - possible immunity to venom] 

297 Jacobson, K. 1973 Reptiles of the Tamworth area. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 20-22 [See also initial report 

of this area’s herpetofauna by Jacobson, K. (1972) Herpetofauna, 5 (1) : 23] 

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[Checklist of species of Reptiles from the Tamworth area, NSW - Pseudonaja textilis textilis, Pseudechis 

porphyriacus (particularly around Moonbi, and Nundle, NSW), Furina diadema (Dungowan area, NSW), 

Cacophis squamulosus (one found in Moonbi Ranges, NSW), Notechis scutatus (around Dungowan, 

Nemingah, and Moonbi Range, NSW), Demansia psammophis (around Moor Creek, NSW), Brachyurophis 

australis (reported to be common 6 miles NE of Tamworth, also one specimen from Moonbi Lookout, NSW), 

Parasuta dwyeri (outskirts of Tamworth, NSW), Vermicella annulata (outskirts of Tamworth, NSW), Morelia 

spilotes variegata, Morelia s. spilotes (one record from Tamworth area, NSW), Liasis childreni (one from 

Moor Creek, NSW - considers that it was possibly introduced to the area), Dendrelaphis punctulatus 

(reported from area, but has not seen any specimens), Ramphotyphlops sp., Varanus varius (from Muller 

Creek, ca 16 miles E of Tamworth, and Moor Creek, NSW), Varanus g. gouldii (Moor Creek, NSW to 

Tamworth, NSW), Amphibolurus b. barbatus, Physignathus lesueurii (Peel River, Tamworth, Muller Creek, 

and Dungowan, areas NSW), Amphibolurus m. muricatus (Moonbi Ranges, and Dungowan Dam, NSW), 

‘Two-lined Dragons’ (=Amphibolurus nobbi) (Tamworth Lookout, and Moor Creek areas, NSW), Egernia 

cunninghami (Moonbi Ranges, NSW - considers this population completely different to Sydney specimens), 

Egernia whitii (possibly misidentified Egernia modesta?) (Moonbi Ranges and Moor Creek area, NSW), 

Egernia striolata (Moonbi Ranges, and Tamworth lookout, NSW), Sphenomorphus quoyii (Dungowan area, 

and Moor Creek, NSW - where ‘there are two colour varieties...one a darker, heavier version, which is much 

slower in the water than quoyii’), Ctenotus lesueurii (around Tamworth, NSW and Currububbula, NSW), 

Ctenotus taeniolatus (sympatric with the more common C. lesueurii ), Egernia inornata (uncommon, about 

20 miles west of Tamworth, NSW), Lygosoma l. verreauxii (Moonbi Ranges, Dungowan area, Tamworth 

district, NSW), Saiphos equalis (possibly misidentified Hemiergis decresiensis ?), Cryptoblepharus boutonii, 

Leiolopisma guichenoti, Tiliqua scincoides (common in hills around Tamworth, also Goonoo Goonoo Station, 

south of Tamworth), Delma fraseri (possibly misidentified Delma wollomi?) (in hills around Tamworth, NSW), 

Oedura tryoni (Moonbi Ranges, NSW - ‘...sometimes several being found under a rock’), Oedura marmorata 

(=Oedura robusta) (under bark of dead trees, rarely under rocks), Gehyra australis (=Gehyra variegata) 

(Moonbi Ranges, Moor Creek), Oedura lesueurii (Moonbi Ranges, NSW), Underwoodisaurus milii (Moor 

Creek, and lower parts of Moonbi Ranges),Chelodina longicollis, Chelodina expansa (rarely found, probably 

released in Tamworth area)] 

298 James, B. 1972 [No title] Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 24 

[Reported instance of canker in Morelia spilotes - infection discovered 13/7/72 - treated with Socatyl - 

completely recovered by 31/7/72] 

299 Johnston, G.R. 1979 The eggs, incubation and young of the bearded dragon, Amphibolurus vitticeps 

Ahl. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 5-8 

[Clutch-size, egg-laying, incubation and hatchlings reported for Amphibolurus vitticeps - from Whyalla, 33o 

03’ X 137o 34’ SA - comparison with egg-laying in Amphibolurus barbatus and Moloch horridus] 

300 Johnston, G.R. 1981 A note on Moloch horridus Gray 1841. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 29 

[Display behaviour of Moloch horridus - from Whyalla, 33o 03’ X 137o 33’ SA] 

301 Johnston, G.R. 1983 The herpetofauna of the Middleback Range area, South Australia. 1. An 

annotated checklist. Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 52-60 [not 1982 as printed] 

[Annotated checklist of Reptiles and Amphibians from the Middleback Range area, South Australia - 

Limnodynastes tasmaniensis, Neobatrachus sp. (cf) pictus, Diplodactylus elderi, Diplodactylus intermedius, 

Diplodactylus ‘vittatus’ (2n=34), Gehyra ‘variegata’(2n=44), Heteronotia binoei, Lucasium damaeum, 

Nephrurus stellatus, Phyllodactylus marmoratus (2n=36), Rhynchoedura ornata, Underwoodisaurus milii, 

Delma australis, Delma fraseri, Delma nasuta, Lialis burtonis, Pygopus lepidopodus, Pygopus nigriceps, 

Amphibolurus cristatus, Amphibolurus fionni, Amphibolurus fordi, Amphibolurus pictus, Amphibolurus 

vitticeps, Moloch horridus, Varanus gouldii, Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus, Ctenotus atlas, Ctenotus 

robustus, Ctenotus schomburgkii, Egernia inornata, Egernia stokesii, Egernia (cf) striolata, Eremiascincus 

richardsonii, Hemiergis millewae, Lerista picturata edwardsii, Lerista frosti, Lerista muelleri, Menetia greyii, 

Morethia adelaidensis, Morethia boulengeri, Tiliqua branchialis, Tiliqua occipitalis, Tiliqua rugosus, Tiliqua 

scincoides, Ramphotyphlops australis, Ramphotyphlops bituberculata, Python spilotes, Acanthophis 

antarcticus, Demansia psammophis reticulata, Drysdalia mastersii, Echiopsis curta, Pseudechis australis, 

Pseudonaja nuchalis, Pseudonaja textilis inframacula, Simoselaps bertholdii, Simoselaps semifasciatus, 

Suta suta, Unechis brevicauda, Unechis gouldii. Notes possible introduction of Limnodynastes tasmaniensis 

to Middleback Ranges, SA. Possible hybridization between undescribed Neobatrachus sp. and 

Neobatrachus sp. (cf) pictus. Records use of Trapdoor Spider burrow by Lucasium damaeum. Remarks that 

identification of Ctenotus robustus may be confused with Ctenotus saxatilis with specimens from Middleback 

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Range, SA. Egernia (cf) striolata may be confused with Egernia formosa, possibly indicating an undescribed 

taxon at Middleback Range, SA. Records predation on Eremiascincus richardsonii by Acanthophis 

antarcticus] 

302 Johnston, G.R. and Ellins, P. 1979 The reptiles of the Sir Joseph Banks Islands, South Australia. 


[Checklist of Reptiles recorded from the Sir Joseph Banks Islands, South Australia - Phyllodactylus 

marmoratus (on Reevesby Spilsby, Roxby, Stickney and English Islands), Varanus gouldii (?) (on Reevesby 

and Spilsby Islands), Cryptoblepharus boutonii (on Reevesby, Roxby, Partney, and Stickney Islands), 

Ctenotus uber orientalis (on Reevesby Island), Hemiergis peronii (on Reevesby, Roxby, English, Spilsby, 

Lusby, Marum and Stickney Islands), Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii (on Reevesby Island - notes also known 

elsewhere in SA from Elliston, SA, Flinders Island and Neptune Island, SA), Lerista frosti (on Reevesby 

Island), Lerista picturata (on Reevesby Island), Menetia greyii (on Reevesby Island), Morethia adelaidensis 

(on Reevesby Island), Trachydosaurus rugosus (on Reevesby, Duffield, Spilsby, Hareby, Kirkby, Langton, 

and Winceby Islands), Acanthophis antarcticus (on Reevesby Island), Notechis ater niger (known from 

Reevesby, Roxby, Sandy Bligh and Spilsby Islands - but now extirpated from Spilsby Island by introduced 

Varanus sp.). Mentions diet in wild Notechis ater niger (Aves - have recorded Pelagodroma marina and 

Zosterops lateralis as prey] 

303 [Kauffeld, C.F.] 1954 New treatment of Mouth-Rot. Reptilia, 1 (1): [3 pages] 

[Mouth-rot disease - treatment with Sulfamethazine successful - danger of phenol compounds to snakes 

extremely high - don’t use as treatments for diseases, or as disinfectants - Chlorine compounds as 

disinfectant or treatment are harmless] 

304 Kennerson, K.J. 1979 Remarks on the longevity of Varanus varius. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 32 

[Longevity record for Varanus varius - from Coonamble area, 30o 58’ X 148o 23’ NSW (AM R81026) - Diet 

mentioned - Reptiles eaten in captivity were Tiliqua scincoides and Amphibolurus barbatus] 

305 Kennerson, K.J. 1979 Notes on egg-laying in Chelodina longicollis (Shaw). Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 27 

[Eleven eggs laid on 15 December, 1978 in captivity; description of egg-chamber construction by laying 

female; eggs failed to hatch] 

306 Kennerson, K.J. 1980 Notes of hatchling Chelodina longicollis (Shaw). Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 27-28 

[Egg-laying, hatching and size at hatching of Chelodina longicollis described] 

307 Kennerson, K.J. 1980 Carrion diet in the Lace Monitor, Varanus varius. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 36 

[Carrion remains of Macropus giganteus eaten by Varanus varius - from Kennebri, NSW 30o 45’ X 149o 02’] 

308 Kennerson, K.J. and Cochrane, G.J. 1981 Avid appetite for Dandelion blossums Taraxarun 

officinale, by a Western Bearded Dragon Amphibolurus vitticeps Ahl. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 34-35 

[Diet in captivity and clutch-size recorded for Amphibolurus vitticeps - from Quambone, NSW - Diet in 

captivity of Amphibolurus barbatus also mentioned] 

309 [Kinghorn, J.R.] 1952 Know your Snakes. Blind Snakes. 1. Typhlops grypus. Australian Reptile Club 

Journal, 1 (1): 1-2 [unpaginated] 

[Republication of part of Kinghorn, 1929] 

310 [Kinghorn, J.R.] 1952 Know your snakes. 2. Typhlops proximus Waite. Australian Reptile Club 

Journal, 1 (2): 2 [unpaginated] 


311 [Kinghorn, J.R.] 1952 Know your snakes. 3. Typhlops polygrammicus Schlegel. Australian Reptile 

Club Journal, 1 (3): 1 


312 [Kinghorn, J.R.] 1954 Know your snakes. 5. Typhlops ligatus Peters. Reptilia, 1 (1): [1 page] 

[Republication of part of Kinghorn, 1929; Note: Was there a part 4 of this series published, or were the parts 

misnumbered?] 

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313 [Kinghorn, J.R.] 1954 Know your snakes. 6. Typhlops kenti Boulenger. Reptilia, 1 (2): [page 12] 


314 Kinnish, R. 1981 Hatching of Long-necked Tortoises, Thirlmere Lakes National Park. Herpetofauna, 

12 (2): 33 

[This is a reprinting of the original article that appeared in Napawi, 8 (3): 5 (1980), but it includes details on 

rainfall not in the original paper. Describes egg-laying, hatching, incubation period, and effects of drought on 

habitat of Chelodina longicollis - from Thirlmere Lakes National Park, NSW] 

315 Limpus, C.J. 1980 Observations of Crocodylus porosus in the northern Great Barrier Reef. 


[Distributional records of Crocodylus porosus - Raine Island, 11o 36’ X 144o 01’ Qld, Bird Island, 11o 46’ X 

143o 05’ Qld, Milman Island, 11o 10’ X 143o 01’ Qld] 

316 Limpus, C.J. 1981 The Green Turtle, Chelonia mydas (Linnaeus) 1768. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): [front 

cover photo and caption] 

317 Limpus, C.J. 1982 The reptiles of Lizard Island. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 1-6 

[List of Reptiles recorded from Lizard Island, 14o 40’ X 145o 28’ Great Barrier Reef, Qld - Cryptoblepharus 

virgatus, Cryptoblepharus litoralis, Carlia dogare, Carlia fusca, Varanus gouldii, Sphenomorphus 

nigricaudus, Gehyra australis, Cytodactylus pelagicus, Sphenomorphus pardalus, Sphenomorphus 

crassicaudus, Delma tincta, Liasis childreni, Dendrelaphis calligaster, Glyphodon tristis (Diet - Carlia sp.), 

Chelonia mydas (Reproduction mentioned), Caretta caretta, Eretmochelys imbricata, Stegonotus 

cucullatus); Liasis childreni (predation by White-breasted Sea-eagle Haliaeetus leucogaster observed); 

Dugong dugong - Reports remains found in old aboriginal middens; Varanus semiremex rejected as record 

for Lizard Island, Qld; Discussion of habitat] 

318 Limpus, C.J. and Lyon, B.J. 1979 Two additional sea snake species from south Queensland. 


[Checklist of species of Hydrophiidae from subtropical waters of Queensland - Aipysurus eydouxii, Aipysurus 

laevis, Aipysurus duboisii, Astrotia stokesii, Hydrophis elegans, Disteira major, Disteira kingii, Hydrophis 

gracilis, Hydrophis ornatus, Lapemis hardwickii, Emydocephalus annulatus, Acalyptophis peronii, Enhydrina 

schistosa, Pelamis platurus. Reproduction noted in Aipysurus eydouxii, A[ipysurus] laevis, Astrotia stokesii, 

Hydrophis elegans, Disteira major, Hydrophis elegans, Disteira major. New distribution record for Hydrophis 

ornatus - Wreck Rock Beach, 24o 20’ X 151o 58’ Qld). New distribution record for Hydrophis gracilis - Mon 

Repos Beach, 24o 48’ X 152o 27’ Qld. Hydrophis gracilis - mentions that a specimen found dead on beach 

20/12/76 was carrying embryos] 

319 Limpus, C.J. and Miller, J.D. 1980 Potential problems in artificial incubation of turtle eggs. 


[Techniques for artificial incubation of eggs of Cheloniidae and Chelidae] 

320 Limpus, C.J., Miller, J.D. and Fleay, A. 1981 The Olive Ridley Turtle, Lepidochelys olivacea, 

recorded from south Queensland. Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 2-3 

[Lepidochelys olivacea - recorded from Mon Repos Beach, south Queensland - comparison with Caretta 

caretta and Chelonia mydas - Reports that the barnacles Chelonibia testudinaria, Chelonibia caretta and 

Platylepas sp. were found encrusting specimen - Another record for Lepidochelys olivacea is a hatchling 

specimen from Marayalta, Solomon Islands (AM R3411 registered 27/8/1902), indicating that breeding in the 

Solomon Islands has occured] 

321 Limpus, C.J., Parmenter, C.J., Parker, R. and Ford, N. 1981 The Flatback Turtle, Chelonia depressa 

in Queensland: The Peak Island Rookery. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 14-18 

[Nesting environment, egg-laying and description of hatchlings of Chelonia depressa - from Peak Island, Qld 

23o 21’ X 150o 56’ - Reproduction also mentioned for Chelonia mydas and Caretta caretta] 

322 Lindley, M. 1974 The Pink-tongued Skink (Tiliqua gerrardii). Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 16-17 

[Tiliqua gerrardii - habitat discussed (around Brisbane district, Qld inhabits wet sclerophyll forest and 

rainforest) - activity pattern noted (emerge from beneath roots of dying or dead trees at dusk - may bask 

during day, but prefers to feed at dusk - defensive behaviour noted (hisses loudly by exhaling through nose, 

and opens mouth widely) - care in captivity urged (‘they become uneasy and insecure if handled 

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unnecessarily’) - diet noted (slugs)] 


323 [Longley, G.] 1952 The Eastern Water Dragon. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (2): 1 

[unpaginated] 

[Republication of Longley (1947)] 

324 Lorking, W. 1954 Canker treatment in practice. Reptilia, 1 (2): 4 

[Diseases of Reptiles - Canker reported in 9’6’ Liasis amethystinus - successfully treated using 

Sulfamethazine - large sore on supraocular region treated successfully with ‘Ungvita’ ointment] 

325 Lorking, W. 1954 The Red-naped Snake. Reptilia, 1 (2): 10 

[Notes on Pseudelaps diadema - Found under flat stones on rocky ledges, mostly collected in Winter - 

Specimens collected around Sydney (between Waterfall and Helensburgh) difficult to keep in captivity, don’t 

like glass fronted cage - possibly Typhlops are prey - venom toxicity has not been investigated] 

326 Lorking, W. 1954 Snake venom. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 8-10 

[Venom - general structure and function - mention of Hoplocephalus bungaroides neurotoxic venom - 

Toxicity of Australian species - (in decreasing order of toxicity to man): Oxyuranus scutellatus, Acanthophis 

antarcticus, Notechis scutatus, Demansia textilis, Denisonia superba, Pseudechis species, Hoplocephalus 

bungaroides] 

327 [Loveridge, A.] 1954 Lizards. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 2 pages 

[Extract from ‘Reptiles of the Pacific World’ by Arthur Loveridge] 

328 Lovich, J.E., Gotte, S.W. and Ernst, C.H. 1983 Clutch and egg size in the New Guinea Chelid turtle 

Emydura subglobosa. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 95 

[Reproductive notes for Emydura subglobosa - from Port Moresby, PNG] 

329 Low, T. 1978 The reptiles of Magnetic Island, Nth Queensland. Herpetofauna, 9 (2): 10-14 

[Checklist of Reptiles from Magnetic Island, Nth Queensland - Oedura monilis, Oedura rhombifer, Oedura 

sp. Gehyra sp. Heteronotia binoei, Delma ? inornata, Lialis burtonis, Varanus tristis, Carlia burnettii, Carlia 

pectoralis, Carlia rhomboidalis, Carlia schmeltzii, Cryptoblepharus boutonii, Cryptoblepharus litoralis, 

Cryptoblepharus sp., Ctenotus robustus, Ctenotus sp (1), Ctenotus sp. (2), Leiolopisma sp., Menetia timlowi, 

Morethia taeniopleura, Sphenomorphus punctulatus, Sphenomorphus tenuis, Liasis childreni, Amphiesma 

mairii, Boiga irregularis, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Acanthophis antarcticus, Demansia torquata, Furina sp. 

Notes that Agamidae apparently absent from island, but possibility that Amphibolurus barbatus and 

Chlamydosaurus kingii may have escaped detection. Demansia atra not found, despite presence on 

adjacent mainland] 

330 Lowe, G. 1982 Notes on thermoregulation and heat conduction in baby Leilopisma [sic] moco. 


[Leiolopisma moco - Thermoregulation - comparison with Leiolopisma homalonotum and Cyclodina alani] 

331 Ludowici, P.A. 1975 Notes on an undescribed species of legless lizard of the genus Delma. 

Herpetofauna, ): 20-21 

[Delma sp. - from ca 2 km S. of Singleton, NSW - general notes - specimen collected at Rifle Range, found 

beneath rotted log beside fast flowing creek - found only in open woodlands with logs and flat stones - diet 

noted (in captivity consumed insects - mature and larvae- diurnal feeding noted) - most active in late 

afterrnoon - searches for food under twigs, leaves, rocks - other specimen found in same locality on 26/9/73, 

and placed in same enclosure, resulted in secretive behaviour from first specimen - a specimen collected on 

17/8/73 was presented to Australian Museum] 

332 Lyon, B. 1972 Area survey of reptiles in the outer north-eastern Brisbane suburbs: Geebung, Wavell 

Heights, Virginia, part Zillmere and Boondall. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 2-4 

[Checklist of Reptiles observed in Brisbane area, Qld (Geebung, Wavell Heights, Virginia, part Zillmere and 

Boondall areas) - Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Amphiesma (Natrix) mairii, Demansia psammophis, Denisonia 

signata, Cacophis harriettae, Aspidomorphus squamulosus, Pseudechis porphyriacus, Ctenotus lesueurii, 

Sphenomorphus taeniolata, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus tenuis, Tiliqua scincoides, Leiolopisma 

guichenoti, Ablepharus boutonii, Lygosoma verreauxii, Lygosoma scutirostrum, Carlia vivax, Amphibolurus 

barbatus, Diporiphora sp., Physignathus lesueurii, Lialis burtonis, Delma sp., Chelodina longicollis, Elseya 

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latisternum, Emydura macquarii. Considers that possibly Denisonia nigrescens may also be located, as it 

has been observed at nearby Strathpine, Qld] 

333 Lyon, B. 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 24 

[Diet and feeding behaviour recorded for Dendrelaphis punctulatus - three juveniles collected after flooding 

by Cyclone Daisy in Brisbane, Qld in early 1972 were kept in captivity - one in particular exhibited voracious 

feeding habits, always beating other juveniles to food and often taking frogs out of other juvenile snakes’ 

mouths - in three months the following species were consumed: Hyla caerulea, Hyla rubella, Limnodynastes 

peronii, Limnodynastes tasmaniensis, Crinia sp. Leiolopisma guichenoti, Ablepharus boutonii, Lygosoma 

verreauxii, Heteronatia binoei] 

334 Lyon, B. 1973 Observations on the Common Keelback Snake, Natrix mairii, in Brisbane, southeastern 

Queensland. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 2-5 

[Distributional notes for Amphiesma mairii - a tropical coastal species, east coast of Queensland, and 

northern New South Wales, parts of New Guinea and islands, with western-most locality along east coastal 

Qld being Wandoan, ca 150 miles west of Gympie, Qld - has not recorded the species above 2000ft altitude 

- Ecological notes reported - at Virginia, 7 miles NNE of Brisbane, Qld - species congregates around water 

bodies - association with water apparently because of frogs used as food - excellent swimmer, can remain 

under water for considerable time, one record was for 20 minutes - basks on water surface during 

excessively hot water - although many specimens may share the environs of a water body, there doesn’t 

appear to be aggregative behaviour under cover, usually not uncommon for two specimens to share a site, 

but never more than three have been observed together - hides under sheets of iron, concrete slabs, or in 

burrows, but never found under logs or planks of wood - inactive in late May-early June, but apparently does 

not hibernate in study area - diurnal during colder months - captive specimens not active below 65o F. - both 

diurnal (0900-1100 and 1600-1800 hrs activity periods) and nocturnal during summer - rainfall stimulates 

activity, especially at night, (when feeding on frogs occurs) diet recorded (frogs-incl. larvae such as, 

Limnodynastes peronii, Limnodynastes tasmaniensis, Hyla rubella, Hyla caerulea, fishes, incl Gambusia sp., 

small lizards eg Leiolopisma guichenoti, and small Bufo marinus ) - parasites noted (sluggish behaviour 

noticed in snakes with heavy infestations) - tail may break, and specimens are collected with incomplete tails 

- nervous disposition, readily bites if molested, exudes unpleasant odour - size and growth noted (reaches 

4ft in length) - mating occurs October to early December and mate either in open or under cover - may use 

burrows made by Sphenomorphus quoyii and Ctenotus lesueurii - in captivity eggs have been layed under 

logs or pieces of concrete - describes artificial incubation methods used - lays 5-15 eggs (average 8), which 

hatch 12-15 weeks after being laid (February to April)] 

335 Mackay, R.D. 1954 Random Notes. Reptilia, 1 (2): 2-3 

[Reptile notes for Sydney area, NSW - Hoplocephalus bungaroides (fairly common in National Park- 

Waterfall district, Helensburgh, Burragorang (the most southern record), once very common on the coast 

line from Port Jackson to Botany Bay, on the shores of Middle Harbour, Lane Cove and Parramatta Rivers. 

Early 1900’s specimens found at Long Bay - last specimen caught in Sydney in 1934 at old Randwick Rifle 

Range - Between 1934 and 1948 only known from Blue Mountains, in 1948 one found at Waterfall by ARC 

member - occasionally caught in small trees and shrubs. Acanthophis antarcticus - fairly common on rocky 

sandstone ridges near Sydney - small specimen caught at Norah Head - record size specimen killed ‘a few 

years ago’ near Seaforth (36.5’) - specimens have been found at National Park, Waterfall, Blue Mountains 

(particularly, Woodford, Lawson and Hazelbrook), Kuringai Chase, Manly to Palm Beach, Norah Head, and 

near Tuggerah. Furina annulata - rarely seen around Sydney - specimens have been caught at Kurnell, 

Jibbon, Bundeena and French’s Forest - occurs at southern end of National Park south to Stanwell Park. 

Dipsadomorphus fuscus - specimens caught near Oxford Falls, French’s Forest and Lindfield Park, but none 

south of Sydney Harbour (predicted that greater collecting effort should result in discovery of specimens in 

National Park and Waterfall areas - reports that George Cann successfully kept them on diet of lizards, frogs 

and mice. Ahaetulla punctulatus - common around Sydney - in 1951, 5 specimens found together at Dee 

Why, and 3 together at Castlecrag. Morelia argus argus - specimens caught at Hornsby, Gosford, Ourimbah, 

Wyong, Woy Woy, Narara, Springwood, French’s Forest, Kuringai Chase, National Park and Waterfall - 

large specimen caught at Springwood - record specimen was 9 ft 6’ from Moss Vale] 

336 Mackay, R.D. 1954 Cape York Reptiles. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 2 pages 

[Report on Reptile collecting expedition to Coen, Qld - Roy Mackay, Kevin Budden and Neville Goddard 

collected the following species during a five week visit in 1949: Heteronota bynoeii, Oedura marmorata, 

Peropus variegatus australis, Lucasius dameus, Peropus punctatus, Chlamydosaurus kingii (juv), 

Diporiphora bilineata, Varanus punctatus, Lialis burtonis, Sphenomorphus lesueurii, Sphenomorphus 

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dorsalis, Leiolopisma peronii, Leiolopisma albertisii, Leiolopisma fuscum, Leiolopisma novae-guinea, 

Leiolopisma mundum, Leiolopisma sp., Homolepida sp., Ablepharus taeniopleurus, Ablepharus boutonii 

var., Tiliqua scincoides, Liasis childreni, Ahaetulla punctulatus (golden phase), Natrix mairii, Acrochordus 

javanicus, Hypsirhina polylepis, Aspidomorphus diadema, Demansia olivacea, Demansia textilis, Denisonia 

carpentariae, Denisonia nigrostriata. Additionaly, Demansia psammophis was caught at Cairns. Mr Don 

Miller also collected the following species around Coen - Heteronota bynoeii, Diporiphora bilineata, Varanus 

punctata, Sphenomorphus isolepis, Sphenomorphus lesueurii, Leiolepisma fuscum, Leiolopisma mundum, 

Leiolopisma tetradactyla, Ablepharus boutonii var., Liasis childreni, Natrix mairii, Denisonia pallidiceps, 

Denisonia carpentariae, Acanthophis antarcticus. Also mentioned that the following additional species are 

known from Coen area: Aspidites melanocephalus, Boiga fusca, Pseudechis australis, and Oxyuranus 

scutellatus. Nearby districts have recorded Chondropython viridus and Varanus salvator] 

337 Mackay, R.D. 1954 Scientific data. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 2 pages 

[Notice of recent taxonomic changes - F.J. Mitchell changed Land Mullet Egernia major to Egernia major 

bungana, Pink Tongue to Tiliqua gerrardii, and Shingleback to Tiliqua rugosa. Loveridge examined Type of 

Denisonia pallidiceps and regarded it as same as Denisonia nigrescens, with D. pallidiceps having seniority. 

Pseudechis mortonensis regarded as colour form of Pseudechis guttatus. Typhlops polygrammicus from 

Sydney is actually Typhlops nigrescens (T. polygrammicus referred to Timor species). Loveridge reduced 

Cerberus australis to the subspecies Cerberus rhynchops australis. Malcom Smith changed the Green Tree 

Snake Dendrophis punctulatus to Ahaetulla punctulatus. Denisonia ramsayi (Braidwood area, NSW) is 

based upon a juvenile Denisonia superba. Tiliqua nigrolutea reported as having an extensive range in NSW, 

to as far north as Blue Mountains. Loveridge regards Lygosoma ophioscincus as synoymous with Lygosoma 

australis. L. australis (now known as Vermiceps swansoni ) recorded from Gosford, NSW the most southern 

record for species (regarded as rarity)] 

338 Mackay, R.D. 1954 ‘Pickled’ collections. Reptilia, 1 (6): 3 pages 

[Museum methods - value of preserved collections for research - lists materials required, preservative, 

conditions for storage - mentions that new or rare material should be sent to museums] 

339 Mackay, R.D. 1954 Scientific data No 2. Reptilia, 1 (7): 2 pages 

[Liasis amethystinus kinghorni - synonymised with Liasis amethystinus - Omolepida casuarinae should now 

be Tiliqua casuarinae , and Omolepida branchiale now Tiliqua branchiale - key to ‘3-toed skinks’ provided 

(following Loveridge) - Siaphos equalis, Hemiergis decresiensis - Siaphos equalis is found commonly 

around Sydney - Hemiergis decresiensis is ‘found in highland regions such as Mount Victoria, Tarana and 

Oberon’, NSW - Omolepida crassicaudum found at Bulahdelah, NSW. Reports that Harold Cogger collected 

head of recently killed specimen of Notechis scutatus in Bunya Mountains, Qld which is a northern record. 

Mentions that J.R. Kinghorn recorded a specimen of Pseudechis guttatus from Kurrajong, NSW, which had 

been collected in 1934 - the specimen’s condition was too poor, so was discarded - this represented a range 

extension about 120 miles SSW of the Barrington Tops - request for confirmation of the Kurrajong record. 

Noted that the Australian Museum has specimens of Hoplocephalus bitorquatus from Tuggerah, NSW and 

that the museum also has specimens of Hoplocephalus stephensii from Gosford and Woy Woy, NSW. 

Report that Kevin Budden once collected a specimen of Tiliqua gerrardii at Ourimbah, NSW - found in a rat’s 

nest in a sapling, ca 10 ft from the ground. Gonyocephalus spinipes has been found at Wyong, NSW and 

may possibly occur around Gosford. Remarks that consistent collecting at Waterfall, NSW has shown a 

great variety of species present in a small area] 

340 Mackay, R.D. 1990 Survival from Death Adder bite or how the mighty fall. Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 7-8 

[Acanthophis antarcticus - from Numugen River, middle Sogeram Valley, PNG - Effects of bite; mention of 

New Guinea Small-eyed Snake Micropechis ikaheka and of Sericulus bakeri (Aves)] 

341 Macredie, G. 1986 The lizard fauna of Castle Rock, Coromandel, New Zealand. Herpetofauna, 15 

(2): 37-40 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Checklist of lizards recorded from Castle Rock, Coromandel, New Zealand 36o 52’ X 175o 53’ - 

Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Cyclodina alani, Cyclodina whitakeri, Leiolopisma moco. 

Notes on habitat and distribution] 

342 Maddocks, M. 1975 A study of the Yellow-faced Whip Snake (Demansia psammophis) in the field 

and in captivity. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 12-13 

[General descriptive notes on Demansia psammophis - from Pennant Hills, Sydney, NSW - Parasitology 

(small mites sometimes found, skin worms are uncommon) - Predator noted (Kookaburras have been 

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observed feeding on this species) - Diet noted (eats mainly skinks, three species were recorded as prey in 

study area viz Ctenotus taeniolatus, Lampropholis mustelina and Lampropholis guichenoti ; dissection has 

revealed L. guichenoti most common prey in Pennant Hills area - Defensive reactions noted (remains cryptic 

to avoid detection, and may rapidly enter cover; will attempt to bite if handled roughly) - Effects of venom 

noted (no more severe than bee sting, slight stinging, throbbing and local swelling, but warning for 

individuals who may have protein allergy)] 

343 Maguire, M. 1983 Observations of the Carpet Snake and the Red-naped Snake. Herpetofauna, 14 

(2): 92 

[Diet of Furina diadema in captivity noted - Diet in captivity of Morelia spilotes variegata noted - ate 

Amphibolurus barbatus and Melopsittacus undulatus] 

344 Mainwaring, P.J. 1979 Notes on the gecko Heteropholis stellatus. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 16-18 

[Behaviour, diet, reproduction, life span and taxonomy of Heteropholis stellatus discussed - at least 4 distinct 

but undescribed races] 

345 Malone, B. 1982 Book Review. Proceedings of the Melbourne Herpetological Symposium, Royal 

Melbourne Zoological Gardens, May, 1980. C.B. Banks and A.A. Martin, Eds. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 28 

346 [Manning, G.] 1970 Vet. News. Herpetofauna, 2 (1): 1 page [Unpaginated] 

[Captive husbandry of Tiliqua nigrolutea noted - skin infection probably due to Pseudomonidales] 

347 [Manning, G.] 1970 Editorial. Quo Vadis. Herpetofauna, 2 (2): 1 

[Unpaginated partial reprinting of article originally appearing in ‘Reptilia’, 1 (5); Note: This article was 

originally published as a balanced view of the Australian Reptile Club situation (ie presenting the criticisms 

as well as the successes of the organization). However, the reprinting of 1970 concentrated exclusively on 

the criticisms; no mention at all was made of the Society’s achievements, therefore this partially reprinted 

article possibly did more harm than good for the Society] 

348 [Manning, G.] 1970 What next? Herpetofauna, 2 (2): 3 

[Criticism of members trading reptiles between one another, and concern at over-collecting resulting in the 

gradual demise of reptiles following field trips] 

349 [Manning, G.] 1970 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 2 (2): 5-6 

[Captive husbandry and diseases of various Reptiles noted - Amphibolurus barbatus (worms treated with 

Piperazine) - Liasis amethystinus (worms - a fatal infestation mentioned) - Use of Dri-Die to control mites 

successful with infested juvenile Austrelaps superbus - Report of Canker in ‘Carpet Python’ tongue sheath, 

treated with Terramycin (recovering) - Instructions for use of Dri-Die to control mite infestations - Instructions 

for use of heating cable in cages - Report of AHS involvement with Aquarium Society in their Royal Easter 

Show Exhibit] 

350 [Manning, G.] 1970 Editorial. Herpetofauna, 2 (3): 1 

[Captive husbandry of Reptiles and Amphibians - Quoted pasage from Lorenz’s King Solomon’s Ring 

regarding animals in captivity - Ethics of keeping rare species, ‘only justified by its scientific value’] 

351 [Manning, G.] 1970 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 2 (3): 3 

[AHS News - Meetings now held in Scout Hall Parramatta - criticism of members exchanging reptiles 

(blames this practice for ‘scarcity of reptiles around Sydney’) - Critical of indiscriminate collecting (‘how many 

Scrub Pythons [Liasis amethystinus] have been brought to Sydney in the last 5 years and are still alive!’] 

352 [Manning, G.] 1970 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 2 (3): 3 

[AHS News - Captive husbandry of Reptiles - ‘Carpet Python’ with canker in tongue sheath cured with 

difficulty using Terramycin (tongue ‘reappeared’ after 3 months, then fed - did tongue regenerate or was it 

too difficult to detect during infection?) - Greg Churchill observed Cyrtodactylus louisiadensis pulling off its 

own slough and eating it - Merv Hay to breed Physignathus lesueurii (has had a specimen in captivity for 13 

years) - Report of juvenile Dendrelaphis punctulatus eating 3 large tadpoles (takes skinks as food readily 

also) - Criticism of feeding reptiles to reptiles owing to possibility of diseases or parasites being transfered - 

Keith Horne reported that Merv Hay has had an Acanthophis antarcticus in captivity for 7 years, and a 

Morelia spilotes for 11 years - Greg Churchill has an Acanthophis antarcticus feeding on mice, young 

chickens and juvenile rats - Geoff Manning had a ‘Carpet Python’ eat 110 young chickens in 2 weeks - Greg 

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Churchill reported that his Liasis fuscus has sloughed 7 times - at almost exactly 2 month intervals between 

sloughs - Suggested method of feeding small skinks to juvenile snakes (place skink and snake together in 

small container) - William Irvine had Notechis scutatus give birth to young in captivity, but female was gravid 

when collected - Suggestion to use newspaper on floor of cages for hygienic conditions - To induce feeding, 

recommends spraying cage with water on hot day for specimens that have refused to feed; a specimen took 

food after about one hour in sprayed cage - Next General Meeting of AHS scheduled for 19 November, 

1970] 

353 Manning, G. 1971 Housing. Part 1. Herpetofauna, 3 (2): 2-4 [unpaginated] 

[Captive husbandry of Reptiles - Recommends one cage per species, and no more than three of each 

species together - Criticism of reptiles kept in bags until suitable cage is provided - Two types of enclosures, 

pits and cages - pits are for lizards and tortoises, cages for snakes (rarely are pits used for snakes) - does 

not recommend amateur keepers use pits at all - describes basic construction and maintenance of pits - 

Critical of the value of large cages, owing to difficulty of detecting diseases and escapes] 

354 Manning, G. 1971 Housing. Part 2. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 8-9 

[Captive husbandry of Reptiles - Cage sizes discussed] 

355 Markwell, K. 1986 The artificial incubation of Lace Monitor (Varanus varius) eggs. Herpetofauna, 15 

(1): 16-17 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Egg-laying, incubation of eggs, hatching and size at hatching in Varanus varius] 

356 [Martin, K.] 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 24 

[Diet reported for Hoplocephalus bitorquatus - specimen 20’ in length eating another specimen of same 

species - Reproduction reported (laid two ‘eggs’ in captivity- unhatched (Keith Martin collection)] 

357 Martin, K. 1972 Captivity observations on some Australian Legless Lizards. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 5-6 

[Captive observations on Pygopodidae - Delma fraseri and Delma impar - both are diurnal, (basking 

observed) - at night coil in branches of small plant in preference to retiring underneath rocks or bark. Aprasia 

striolata and Aprasia pulchella are burrowers, but bask on surface early in morning, also partly nocturnal. 

Vocalization noted in Delma impar and D. fraseri - can emit high-pitched squeals when alarmed for up to 15 

seconds at a time. Aprasia striolata and Aprasia pulchella ‘jump about frantically and produce a series [of] 

short, high-pitched ‘yip-yip’ sounds when alarmed’. Lialis burtonis from Sydney area, NSW is almost wholly 

diurnal, once found a specimen basking on a sandy track at midday at about 80oF. Pygopus lepidopodus - 

from Sydney area, NSW is partly diurnal, partly nocturnal, and in captivity is most active during late 

afternoon] 

358 Martin, K. 1973 An interesting rain forest inhabitant. Herpetofauna, 6 (2): 2 

[General remarks and distributional notes for Sphenomorphus murrayi - ranges from Mount Glorious near 

Brisbane, Qld, south to Dorrigo Mountain, NSW] 

359 Martin, K. 1975 Reptiles of the Alice Springs area. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 6-7 

[Checklist of Reptilia known from Alice Springs area, NT - Heteronotia binoei, Gehyra variegata, Nephrurus 

asper, Nephrurus levis, Diplodactylus ciliaris, Lialis burtonis, Delma fraseri, Pygopus nigriceps, Pygopus 

baileyi, Ctenotus leonhardii, Ctenotus robustus, Sphenomorphus fasciolatus, Egernia inornata, Tiliqua 

multifasciata, Amphibolurus inermis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus isolepis, Amphibolurus 

winneckei, Diporiphora bilineata, Tympanocryptus spp., Amphibolurus caudicinctus, Physignathus 

longirostris, Moloch horridus, Varanus gouldii, Varanus giganteus, Varanus gilleni, Varanus tristis orientalis, 

Pseudonaja nuchalis, Pseudechis australis, Suta suta, Furina diadema, Demansia psammophis, 

Acanthophis antarcticus pyrrhus, Morelia spilotes variegata, Liasis childreni, Aspidites ramsayi. Use of urban 

habitat reported for Gehyra variegata - found living on walls and roofs of houses on outskirts of Alice 

Springs. Remarks that Tiliqua multifasciata is not particularly common in Alice Springs area, but ‘extremely 

common’ on Stuart Highway to north, as well as the Barkly Tableland. Moloch horridus is reportedly fairly 

common in the sandhill country to south and west of Alice Springs - occasionally found in Alice Springs 

township, but considers that this may be largely due to releases in area - local aboriginal people sell this 

species to tourists also. Varanus giganteus is found along dry sandy watercourses, particularly through 

rocky country - very easy to approach, particularly larger specimens. Acanthophis antarcticus pyrrhus is 

found in some rocky areas around Alice Springs, also at Hermansburgh Mission, and at Barrow Creek] 

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360 Maryan, B. 1986 The occurrence of the Children’s Python (Liasis childreni) on Dirk Hartog Island, 

W.A. Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 48 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Checklist of Reptiles known from Dirk Hartog Island, WA 26o 09’ X 113o 11’ - Liasis childreni, Hydrophis 

elegans, Demansia olivacea calodera, Demansia reticulata, Vermicella littoralis, Egernia stokesii badia, 

Ctenotus fallens, Omolepida branchialis, Menetia greyii, Cryptoblepharus carnabyi, Morethia lineoocellata, 

Lerista elegans, Lerista lineopunctulata, Ctenophorus reticulatus, Ctenophorus maculatus, Ctenophorus 

parviceps, Diplodactylus ornatus, Crenadactylus occelatus horni, Nephrurus levis occidentalis, 

Underwoodisaurus milii, Gehyra variegata, Heteronotia binoei] 

361 Maryan, B. 1986 Unusual defensive behaviour by Delma australis in captivity and in the wild. 


[Delma australis - defensive behaviour in reaction to Lialis burtonis, and comparisons with Delma fraseri and 

Delma grayii] 

362 Maryan, B. 1986 Delma grayii Smith in an urban area near Perth, Western Australia. Herpetofauna, 

16 (1): 29 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Habitat of Delma grayii - at Canning Vale, ca 16 km SE of Perth, WA 31o 58’ X 115o 49’ - Reptile species 

list from area - Delma grayii, Notechis coronatus, Rhinoplocephalus gouldii, Cryptoblepharus 

plagiocephalus, Egernia napoleonis] 

363 Maryan, B. 1987 Unusual behaviour in a captive Crowned Snake, Notechis coronatus. 


[Notechis coronatus - from near Esperance, WA 33o 49’ S. X 121o 52’ E. - captive diet noted (ate 

Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus, Leiolopisma trilineata ) - Mating behaviour reported (killed female)] 

364 Maryan, B. 1988 Notes on reproduction in captive Ramphotyphlops australis (Gray). Herpetofauna, 

18 (2): 1-2 

[Egg-laying, size and weight of eggs, hatching, defensive odour, size, weight and colouration of hatchlings of 

Ramphotyphlops australis - from Sullivan Rock, WA 32o 22’ X 116o 20’] 

365 Maryan, B. 1989 Combat behaviour in the skink Leiolopisma trilineatum. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 32 

[Combat behaviour reported in Leiolopisma trilineatum - from Rossmoyne (32o 02’ X 115o 53’), WA - 

Combat behaviour also reported in Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus, Ctenotus labillardieri] 

366 Maryan, B. and Robinson, D. 1987 Field compatability observation. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 11-12 

[Varanus rosenbergi and Pseudonaja affinis affinis - from Fitzgerald River National Park, WA 33o 45’ X 

119o 47’ - reported sharing microhabitat] 

367 McAnally, R. 1980 A longevity record for Litoria gracilenta. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 25-26 

[Longevity record for Litoria gracilenta - comparison with Litoria caerulea] 

368 McCallum, J. 1980 The locality of Flat Island. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 5-6 

[Leiolopisma homalonotum and Leiolopisma suteri - Accuracy of Type Localities questioned in relation to 

Flat Island, Mokohinau Group, and Great Barrier Island, NZ. Lepidodactylus lugubris - recorded from Flat 

Island, Mokohinau Group, NZ (but not reported in recent years)] 

369 McCallum, J. 1983 Reptiles of the Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand. Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 35-41 [not 

1982 as printed] 

[Checklist of Reptiles recorded from the Hauraki Gulf area, New Zealand - Sphenodon punctatus, 

Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Hoplodactylus granulatus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus, 

Naultinus elegans, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina alani, Cyclodina macgregori, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina 

ornata, Cyclodina whitakeri, Leiolopisma homalonotum, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma 

suteri. This article also includes data on habitats, conservation and comments on predation by Rattus spp. 

Checklist of reptiles from Poor Knights Islands, NZ - Sphenodon punctatus, Hoplodactylus duvauceli, 

Hoplodactylus pacificus, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina ornata, Cyclodina whitakeri, 

Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, and Leiolopisma suteri. Checklist of reptiles from Mokohinau Islands, 

NZ - Sphenodon punctatus (now extirpated), Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Cyclodina 

aenea, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina ornata, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, and Leiolopisma suteri. 

Checklist of reptiles from Hen and Chickens Islands, NZ - Sphenodon punctatus, Hoplodactylus duvauceli, 

Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Cyclodina macgregori, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina 

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oliveri, Cyclodina ornata, Cyclodina whitakeri, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, and Leiolopisma 

suteri. Checklist of reptiles from Little Barrier Island, NZ - Sphenodon punctatus [now extirpated], 

Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Hoplodactylus granulatus, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina 

ornata, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, and Leiolopisma suteri. Checklist of herpetofauna from Great 

Barrier Island, NZ - Hoplodactylus duvauceli (possibly now extirpated), Hoplodactylus granulatus, 

Hoplodactylus pacificus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Naultinus elegans, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina oliveri, 

Cyclodina ornata, Leiolopisma homalonotum, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma suteri, and 

Leiopelma hochstetteri. Checklist of reptiles from Arid Island, NZ - Hoplodactylus pacificus, Leiolopisma 

moco, Cyclodina aenea, and Cyclodina ornata. Checklist of reptiles from Cuvier Island, NZ - Hoplodactylus 

pacificus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Cyclodina aenea, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma 

suteri, and Sphenodon punctatus. Checklist of reptiles from Mercury Islands, NZ - Hoplodactylus duvauceli, 

Hoplodactylus pacificus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina whitakeri, Cyclodina alani, 

Cyclodina oliveri, Leiolopisma moco, Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma suteri, and Sphenodon punctatus. 

Checklist of reptiles from Alderman Islands, NZ - Sphenodon punctatus, Hoplodactylus duvauceli, 

Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina oliveri, Leiolopisma moco, 

Leiolopisma smithi, and Leiolopisma suteri] 

370 McCoy, M. 1978 The Agamid Gonocephalus godeffroyi in the Solomon Islands. Herpetofauna, 10 

(1): 2-4 

[Mating, egg-laying, hatching, feeding, behaviour and colouration in life of Gonocephalus godeffroyi - from 

Malaupaina, Solomon Islands - Comparison with Gonocephalus modestus of New Guinea] 

371 McDonald, K.R. 1974 Litoria brevipalmata. An addition to the Queensland Amphibian list. 


[Litoria brevipalmata - range extension to Qld reported - Crows Nest National Park, Qld (27o 15’ X 152o 06’), 

and Ravensbourne National Park, Qld (27o 21’ X 152o 12’). Crows Nest National Park specimen collected 

1100 hrs 8/1/74 at 350 metres altitude - heavy rain previous 3 days, and intermittent rain during morning of 

collection - found sitting exposed on grass/sedge area beside pool of water ca 7m. diam., ca 10 m. from 

Crows Nest Creek - Leptospermum sp. thicket and open grassy Eucalypt forest - (other species of Amphibia 

collected in same pool were Adelotus brevis, Litoria peroni, Litoria rubella, Litoria glauerti, Uperoleia 

marmorata; Limnodynastes peroni observed but not collected; species of Amphibia found in adjoining area 

were Limnodynastes ornatus, Litoria lesueuri, Litoria latopalmata, Mixophyes fasciolatus, Pseudophryne 

coriacea, Pseudophryne bibroni and Ranidella signifera. The Ravensbourne National Park, Qld specimen 

was collected during evening of 8/1/74 at ca 2030 hrs at ca 579 metres altitude - specimen sitting on fallen 

branch ca 5 cm above ground on bare soil area in fire break ca 50 metres from any known waterhole in 

habitat of grassy open eucalyptus forest - other species of Amphibia collected in the same area were 

Adelotus brevis, Litoria glauerti, Litoria lesueuri, Litoria latopalmata, Litoria lesueurii, Litoria chloris, Litoria 

verreauxii, Litoria caerulea, Limnodynastes peroni, Limnodynastes ornatus, Limnodynastes terraereginae, 

Limnodynastes tasmaniensis, Mixophyes fasciolatus, Pseudophryne coriacea - provides Table of 

measurements of the original Type material and the Qld specimens - considers it likely that the species will 

be discovered in intermediate areas, but warns care should be shown as it may be a relatively scarce 

species] 

372 McGovern, J. 1986 Birth of Notechis coronatus in captivity. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 23 [not 1983 as 


[Notechis coronatus - from Happy Hollow, ca 25 km from Esperance, WA 33o 52’ X 121o 53’ - Birth of 

young, scalation of neonates and diet (neonatal young ate skink in captivity) recorded] 

373 McGovern, J. 1986 Population of Notechis coronatus (Crown Snake) at Poison Creek. 


[Reptile list from Poison Creek, ca 15 km from Cape Arid, WA 33o 26’ X 123o 26’ - Notechis coronatus, 

Ctenotus labillardieri, Pseudonaja affinis, Hemiergis peronii ; Notes on habitat and general remarks on 

Notechis coronatus from this locality] 

374 McNicol, K. and Georges, A. 1980 Observations on the eggs and hatchlings of Emydura krefftii from 

Fraser Island. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 10-12 

[Feeding, egg-laying, hatching recorded and description of hatchlings of Emydura krefftii - from Lake 

Garawongera, Fraser Island, Qld] 

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375 Melgren, P.S. 1980 Leiolopisma striatum (Buller) is a rare and endangered species. Herpetofauna, 

11 (2): 12-14 

[Distribution, habitat, habits and survival status of Leiolopisma striatum] 

376 Meredith, J. 1954 Reptiles of the Central Tablelands, N.S.W. Reptilia, 1 (2): 6-7 

[See also an earlier version of this article in Meredith, J. and Cann, G. 1952: Reptiles of the Central 

Tablelands. Being a record, in picture and story, of a lizard-hunting expedition to the Tableland region west 

of Sydney and north of Canberra. Wild Life, 15 (3): 223-229 - Reptile species found at Bigga, NSW - Egernia 

cunninghami, Tiliqua scincoides, Leiolopisma metallicum, Leiolopisma trilineatus, Sphenomorphus 

taeniolata, Sphenomorphus lesueurii, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Egernia striolata (avoided capture by quickly 

retreating into log, rabbit burrow or rock crevice, but soon re-emerged), Varanus varius, Amphibolurus 

barbatus, Amphibolurus muricatus, Diplodactylus vittatus and Oedura lesueurii (both geckos were regarded 

as poisonous by locals - called ‘Pine Adders’ by local bushmen), Tiliqua rugosa (found in paddocks feeding 

on succulent plants, such as Native Hop flowers and Capeweed blossums, show preference for yellow 

flowers), Pseudechis porphyriacus (8), Demansia textilis (1), ? Denisonia gouldii (1), and an unidentified 

skink regarded as possibly an undescribed species resembling Leiolopisma mundum (this was Carlia 

tetradactyla )] 

377 Middlebrook, K.G. 1981 A note on Death Adder mortality following the laying of poison. 


[Vermicide baiting on York Peninsula area, SA - Dead specimens of Acanthophis antarcticus, Varanus 

gouldii, and Trachydosaurus rugosus found after baiting to control mice plague - poison baits believed 

responsible] 

378 Miles, T. 1973 Measurements and notes on adult and juvenile Pink Tongue Skinks (Tiliqua 

gerrardii). Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 16-17 [See also Myles, T (1973) for initial report of this reproductive data] 

[Tiliqua gerrardii - from Coffs Harbour, NSW - measurements provided - Diet reported (only eats slugs and 

snails; refuses to eat banana, or minced meat). Reproduction reported (gravid female collected 20/11/72; 15 

young born in captivity-12 on 9/1/73, 3 on 10/1/73; at birth all attempted to eat their attached yolk sac; SVL 

at birth approx 58 mm, VTL approx. 58 mm.; 6 were measured on 12/3/73, Table of measurements 

provided, SVL range 70-85 mm., VTL range 72- 100 mm. - juveniles have blue tongues - juveniles feed 

preferentially on slugs and snails, but also ate minced meat, banana and tomato] 

379 Millar, D.B. 1963 Editorial. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 1-2 

[AHS News - Publication policy of ‘Herpetofauna’ - to be produced Annually - compulsory for members to 

submit at least one article for Journal each year or face expulsion from Society - critical of senior AHS 

members for ‘resting on their laurels...amongst many of whom a lackadaisical, lethargic attitude is present.’ 

Mentions that Assistant Secretary Roy Mackay helped in financing first issue of ‘Herpetofauna’] 

380 Millar, D.B. 1963 A preliminary study of the habits and venom of Tropidechis carinatus (Serpentes: 

Elapidae). Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 3-7 [Not D.B. Miller as listed on contents page] 

[Tropidechis carinatus - Distribution noted (from Cairns, Qld to Barrington Tops, NSW) - Morphology (grows 

to 3’6’, av. 18’-24’; scalation noted) - Colouration (juvenile to adult colour variation discussed; bears 

superficial similiarity to Natrix mairii ) - Feeding (under 24’ feed almost exclusively on frogs, but one ate 

geckos Gehyra variegata ; larger specimens feed on mice and tend to avoid frogs unless very hungry; small 

specimens offered choice between Hyla dentata, Hyla peronii and Limnodynastes peronii - chose Hyla 

peronii and H. dentata in preference to Limnodynastes peronii - generally a voracious feeder in captivity) - 

Taxonomic notes (uncertain status of Tropidechis dunensis mentioned - Behaviour (nocturnal, rarely 

appears during daylight hours - emerges from under debris in densely vegetated areas, including Melaleuca 

swamps, at dusk - climbs through foliage of bushes with ease, but not considered arboreal - highly nervous 

in temperament, when captured assumes striking stance, and attempts to bite at any provocation - may 

appear calmer in captivity, but is unpredictable, changing from calm to highly nervous from one day to the 

next - striking position described (similarity with Hoplocephalus species mentioned) - Venom (mentions one 

experiment comparing T. carinatus with Notechis scutatus venom toxicity on mice and rats - venom toxicity 

in mammals and frogs - Effects of bite in Man (Antivenom considered essential - case histories cited (a 39’ 

specimen killed at Tyalgum, NSW had eaten a half grown Rattus rattus, then bit a man who suffered serious 

illness; D.B.Millar bitten by 24’ specimen describes symptoms; pers. comm. from G. F. Trinca on antivenom 

requirements; H.J. Hohnke quoted on toxicity; D.H. Fleay quoted on fatalities in man - comparison with 

Notechis scutatus] 

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381 Millar, D.B. 1973 Book Review. Crocodiles - Their Natural History, Folklore and Conservation. [By] 

C.A.W. Guggisberg. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 14-15] 

382 Millar, D.B. 1973 Book Review. The Fascination of Reptiles - Maurice Richardson. Herpetofauna, 6 

(1): 15 

[Critical of Richardson’s treatment of Oxyuranus scutellatus and Crocodylus porosus] 

383 Millar, D.B. 1976 Observations regarding the surgical removal of the venom glands of an Elapid. 


[Report of an amateurish surgical operation to remove venom glands from Notechis scutatus so as to render 

specimens harmless at Australian Museum display; See also Kellaway, C.H. 1937: The results of the 

excision of the venom glands of the Australian Tiger Snake (Notechis scutatus). Aust. J. Exp. Biol. Med. 

Sci., 15: 121-130] 

384 Millar, D.B. 1976 Book Review. Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia by Harold G. Cogger. 


385 Millar, D.B. 1976 The Biology of Sea Snakes. Edited by William A. Dunson. [Book Review]. 


386 Millar, D.B. 1987 Vale, Eric Worrell. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 32 

387 Miller, B. 1980 The occurrence of the Marbled Velvet Gecko Oedura marmorata (Gray) in South 

Australia. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 13-15 

[Distributional notes on Oedura marmorata in South Australia - Specimens are known from Mt McKinlay 

area, in northern Flinders Ranges, South Australia 30o 31’ X 139o 06’ (SAM R6101); another from Mt Serle, 

northern Flinders Ranges, SA 30o 32’ X 136o 53’ (SAM R16002); also known from Canopus area, 60 kms 

north of Renmark, SA] 

388 Milton, D.A. 1980 Some aspects of the population dynamics of Lampropholis guichenoti in Toohey 

Forest near Brisbane. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 19-23 

[Clutch-size, communal egg-laying, population dynamics, feeding and aggregative behaviour in 

Lampropholis guichenoti - from Toohey Forest, near Brisbane, Qld - comparison with Leiolopisma zelandica] 

389 Milton, D.A. 1980 An example of community egglaying in Oedura tryoni (De Vis). Herpetofauna, 11 

(2): 28-29 

[Communal egg-laying, hatching and size at hatching in Oedura tryoni - from Little Yabba Creek, ca 6km 

SSW of Kenilworth, 26o 37’ X 152o 39’ Qld] 

390 Mirtschin, P.J. 1976 Notes on breeding Death Adders in captivity. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 16-17 

[Acanthophis antarcticus - Reproduction reported in specimens from Middleback Range, near Whyalla, 33o 

23’ X 137o 10’ South Australia] 

391 Mirtschin, P.J. 1981 South Australian records of the Inland Taipan Oxyuranus microlepidotus 

(McCoy, 1879). Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 20-23 

[Distribution and habitat of Oxyuranus microlepidotus in South Australia - known from Goyders Lagoon, SA; 

Birdsville Track, 26o 46’ X 139o 10’ SA; 35 km north of Clifton Hills Homestead, on Birdsville Track, 26o 53’ 

X 139o 00’ SA; 33.3 km north of Clifton Hills Homestead, on Birdsville Track, 26o 50’ X 139o 01’ SA; 15 km 

north of Clifton Hills Homestead, on Birdsville Track, 26o 55’ X 138 57’ SA; 27.5 km north of Clifton Hills 

Homestead, on Birdsville Track, 26o 54’ X 139o 00’ SA. Other records from South Australia - SAM R14618 

from Innamincka, SA; SAM R14649 from Near Birdsville Track, a few miles south of the Qld-SA Border; 

SAM R14851 from A-B Koonchera Dune, 26o 47’ X 139o 33’ SA. Diet reported (eats Rattus villosissimus in 

wild). General behaviour noted - comparison with Oxyuranus scutellatus. Feeding behaviour noted (preystriking 

method) - Morphology (measurements and scalation recorded)]. 

392 Mirtschin, P.J. 1982 Further notes on breeding Death Adders (Acanthophis antarcticus) in captivity. 


[Habitat destruction in SA discussed for Acanthophis antarcticus - Reproduction reported (Birth of young, 

litter size, growth rates and feeding behaviour mentioned)] 

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393 Mirtschin, P.J. 1983 Seasonal colour changes in the Inland Taipan, Oxyuranus microlepidotus 

(McCoy). Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 97-99 

[Oxyuranus microlepidotus - from Goyders Lagoon, SA - Seasonal colour changes and activity pattern 

recorded. Colour change also reported in Amphibolurus vitticeps, Amphibolurus cristatus, and Pseudonaja 

nuchalis] 

394 Morley, T.P. and Morley, P.T. 1986 An inventory of the reptiles of Danggali Conservation Park. 


[Checklist of Reptiles known from the Danggali Conservation Park, ca 80 km north of Renmark, SA - 

Ctenotus atlas -SAM R17094, Ctenotus brachyonyx -SAM R15896, SAM R15989, SAM R16667A-B, 

Ctenotus regius -SAM R19936, Ctenotus robustus -SAM R17107, Ctenotus schomburgkii -SAM R22220, 

Egernia inornata, Egernia striolata, Eremiascincus richardsoni -SAM R16059, Lerista muelleri -SAM 

R18845, Lerista punctatovittata -SAM R16668-9, SAM R18847, Menetia greyii, Morethia boulengeri, 

Morethia obscura, Tiliqua branchialis - SAM R15988, SAM R16666A-B, Tiliqua occipitalis, Trachydosaurus 

rugosus, Delma australis -SAM R16060, SAM R17106, Delma nasuta -SAM R17659A-B, Lialis burtonis, 

Pygopus lepidopodus -SAM R17022, SAM R17123, Diplodactylus elderi -SAM R16055, Diplodactylus 

intermedius, Diplodactylus vittatus, Diplodactylus williamsi, Gehyra variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Lucasium 

damaeum -SAM R17877, Nephrurus levis -SAM R17095, Rhynchoedura ornata, Amphibolurus fordi -SAM 

R17880, Amphibolurus nobbi, Amphibolurus pictus -SAM R21694, Amphibolurus vitticeps, Tympanocryptis 

lineata -SAM R17129 from Hypurna Station, SA, Varanus gouldii, Ramphotyphlops australis -SAM R17096, 

Ramphotyphlops bituberculatus -SAM R17097, SAM R17098A-B, Demansia psammophis, Echiopsis curta - 

SAM R16062, Pseudechis australis, Pseudonaja modesta -SAM R16063, SAM R17021, Pseudonaja 

nuchalis -SAM R17876, SAM R18843, SAM R19853, Simoselaps australis, Unechis nigriceps -SAM 

R16061, SAM R17116, SAM R23919, Vermicella annulata -SAM R23866 collected by Paul Jennings). Note 

on clutch size in Amphibolurus fordi - Ctenotus brooksi iridis - reported from Calperum Park Station, SA] 

395 Morris, P.B., Tritton, W. and Tritton, R. 1963 Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 

17-18 

[General comments on the morphology and captive Husbandry of Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii - Feeding 

noted (in captivity appears to feed principally on snails which are eaten in the manner of Tiliqua scincoides; 

occasionally fed on raw meat, and willingly eats banana ‘that has been rubbed in snail slime’; in the wild 

‘appears to feed principally on spiders, insects, snails, grubs’ - water may be taken by either lapping from 

moistened vegetation or directly from pond). Distribution noted (cites previously published Ourimbah locality 

discovered by Kevin Budden - but not from Reptilia 1 (2) as quoted but from 1 (7) - see Mackay, R. - also 

reports discovery of specimens at Gosford by R. Williams, and notes that David Millar discovered a 

specimen at North Springwood, overlooking the Nepean River Valley, NSW - range from North Springwood, 

NSW to the Cairns district, Qld). Behaviour (aggressive, biting readily if provoked; quotes instance of 

defensive behaviour by 10 inch specimen against a captive mature Pseudechis australis (length 5 ft) in 

collection of David Millar - largely nocturnal, but also basks and juveniles are entirely diurnal and semiarboreal. 

Habitat - (may be found in hollow logs, amongst rocks, under flat rocks and pieces of tin) - gravid 

female 12 inches in length with regenerated tail, dissected and found to contain twenty ‘embryos’, all being 

strongly banded with light brown and a darker band on nape; ‘average’ size 6.5 cm; captive birth reported 

from 15 inch specimen, producing 22 live young on 22 February, 1963, female totally unbanded, and all 

young distinctly banded but of two colour varieties - four young were were less intensely coloured pinkishbrown, 

while rest were darker and strongly banded - in captivity, juveniles were noticed using a small ‘tunnel’ 

constructed in the sandy substrate of the enclosure - juveniles fed on finely chopped snails; raw meat and 

banana that has been rubbed in ‘snail slime’ was consumed, but would not eat meat or banana without 

addition of snail slime) - also reported another separate birth of 13 young, but no data available] 

396 [Mules, B.] 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 24 

[Request for other members to correspond on Amphibolurus and Tympanocryptus] 

397 Myles, T. 1973 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 24 [See also Miles, T.] 

[Reproductive note on Tiliqua gerrardii - from Coffs Harbour, NSW - 15 young born during third week of 

January, 1973] 

398 [Neill, W.T.] 1952 The yellow tail of juvenile Copperheads. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (3): 1-2 

[Republication of article on Agkistrodon c. contortrix in Herpetologica] 

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399 Newman, D.G. 1983 New Zealand herpetological research - The work of the NZ Wildlife Service. 

Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 42-51 [not 1982 as printed] 

[Taxonomic considerations of the legal protection of the New Zealand Herpetofauna - Conservation needs of 

Sphenodon punctatus, Leiopelma hochstetteri, Leiopelma archyi, Leiopelma hamiltoni - Conservation; 

Effects of Sheep and Cattle on the habitat of Leiopelma hamiltoni. Predation on Leiopelma hamiltoni by 

Sphenodon punctatus noted. General ecological notes for Sphenodon punctatus (relationships with Rattus 

exulans and the burrowing birds Pachyptila turtur and Pelecanoides urinatrix discussed, distribution, 

reproduction and effects of predation by rats). Leiolopisma homalonotum - mention of proposed study on 

Great Barrier Island, NZ] 

400 Orange, P. 1986 Observations on the mating of the Bardick, Notechis curtas, in captivity. 


401 Orange, P. 1986 An alternative method for recording the scalation of snakes. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 

54-55 [not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[Scalation of snakes - Photocopying as method for recording scalation - examples cited are Vermicella 

bimaculata and Pseudonaja modesta] 

402 Orange, P. 1989 Incidents of predation on reptiles by invertebrates. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 31-32 

[Predation by Invertebrates on Reptiles - Ramphotyphlops australis - from Kambalda East, (31o 12’ X 121o 

40’) WA - Probable predation by Centipede (Order: Scolepondrina); Heteronotia binoei - Predation by 

Centipede recorded; Pseudonaja modesta - from Broad Arrow (30o S., X 121o E.), WA - Predation by 

Spider recorded (Family Clubionidae: possibly Miturga sp.)] 

403 Pailes, R. 1978 Reptiles of the Ballarat region Victoria. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 26-28 

[Checklist of Reptiles recorded from the Ballarat region, Victoria - Austrelaps superbus, Drysdalia 

coronoides, Notechis s. scutatus, Pseudonaja textilis, Unechis flagellum, Delma impar, Delma inornata, 

Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus muricatus, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, Diplodactylus intermedius, 

Ctenotus robustus, Egernia cunninghami, Egernia saxatilis, Egernia striolata, Egernia whitii, Lerista 

bougainvillii, Leiolopisma guichenoti, Leiolopisma mustelina, Tiliqua nigrolutea, Tiliqua scincoides, 

Trachydosaurus rugosus, Varanus varius, Chelodina longicollis. Specific localities cited for Austrelaps 

superbus (Mt Egerton, Vic; Gordon, Vic; Bungaree, Vic), Drysdalia coronoides (Scarsdale, Vic; Smythsdale, 

Vic), Pseudonaja textilis (Bacchus Marsh, Vic), Unechis flagellum (Devils Kitchen, Vic; Cape Clear, Vic; Emu 

Creek, Ballarat area, Vic), Delma impar (Lexton, Vic; Waubra, Vic), Delma inornata (Moorabool River, Vic; 

Morrisons, Vic; Steiglitz, Vic), Ctenotus robustus (Mt Beeckworth, Vic), Egernia whitii (Mt Egerton, Vic; 

Ballan, Vic; Bungal, Vic), Leiolopisma mustelina (Devils Kitchen, Vic; Emu Creek, Ballarat area, Vic), Tiliqua 

nigrolutea (Mt Egerton, Vic; Gordon, Vic), Trachydosaurus rugosus (Clunes, Vic; Talbot, Vic), Varanus 

varius (Pyrenees Range, near Avoca, Vic; Lexton, Vic)] 

404 Patience, P.M. 1972 Sammy: A Shingleback Lizard in captivity. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 4-5 

[Captive husbandry of Trachydosaurus rugosus - has kept a specimen for 4 years - fed on chopped steak, 

lettuce, banana, tomato (preference for banana) will not eat snails, blossums, grass - drinks a lot of water - 

sloughs twice a year - contracted scale rot, but treated successfully by vet - has had three other T. rugosus, 

but all died after 8-9 months in captivity - critical of pet shops selling this species to people not knowing 

anything of their needs - remarked that many thousands must perish once sold to ignorant public] 

405 Patterson, G.B. 1986 Record of the skink Leiolopisma acrinasum Hardy from a boulder beach on 

Resolution Island, New Zealand. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 13 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Distribution record for Leiolopisma acrinasum - from Disappointment Cove, Resolution Island, New Zealand 

45o 38’ X 166o 30’ (Otago Museum No A83.16) - Habitat, reproduction, diet, predation and parasitology 

discussed (records Hedruris minuta and Parathelandros sp. as parasites)] 

406 Peile, A.R. 1978 Some comments on ethno herpetology. Herpetofauna, 9 (2): 15-17 

[Gugadja Aborigine (of Western Australia) names and ethnographic natural history for the following Reptiles 

- Egernia inornata, Varanus giganteus, Acanthophis pyrrhus, Liasis childreni, Moloch horridus, Tiliqua 

branchiale, Lerista bipes, Amphibolurus caudicinctus, Underwoodisaurus milii, Pygopus nigriceps, Aspidites 

ramsayi, Tiliqua scincoides, Diplodactylus intermedius, Delma fraseri, Furina diadema, Demansia 

psammophis reticulata] 

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407 Peile, A.R. 1978 Gugadja aborigines and frogs. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 9-14 

[Gugadja Aborigine (of Western Australia) names and ethnographic natural history for the following 

Amphibians - Crinia remota, Cyclorana cultripes, Cyclorana platycephalus, Limnodynastes spenceri, Litoria 

caerulea, Litoria latopalmata, Litoria nasuta, Litoria rubella, Neobatrachus centralis, Notaden nichollsi. 

Amphibia discussed as food for Aborigines] 

408 Pickworth, R. 1981 Observations of behaviour patterns displayed by a pair of Bearded Dragons 

(Amphibolurus barbatus) (Cuvier). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 13-15 

[Courtship display described for Amphibolurus barbatus - from Kurrajong, near Sydney, NSW 33o 34’ X 

151o 41’] 

409 Pope, C.H. 1963 Snakes in captivity. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 13-16 

[Extracts of original article that appeared in 1950 in ‘The Care and Breeding of Laboratory Animals’, by 

Edmond J. Ferris] 

410 Porter, R. 1981 Lizards of Lady Alice Island, Hen and Chickens Group, north-east New Zealand. 


[List of Reptiles, Birds, and Mammals observed on Lady Alice Island, Hen and Chickens Group, north-east 

New Zealand - Reptilia: Sphenodon punctatus (mention of Kiore predation), Hoplodactylus duvauceli 

(habitat, parasites and diet noted), Cyclodina ornata (Habitat), Cyclodina aenea, Leiolopisma moco 

(Habitat), Leiolopisma smithi (Habitat). Aves - Philesturnus carunculatus rufusater, Cyanoramphus 

novaezelandiae, Nestor meridionalis septentrionalis, Petroica macrocephala toitoi, Anthornis melanura, 

Pterodroma pycrofti, Ninox novaeseelandiae. Mammalia - Rattus exulans. Lizards recorded from Pupuha 

Island, NZ - Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Hoplodactylus pacificus, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Cyclodina oliveri 

(predation mentioned)] 

411 Porter, R. 1982 Some comments on the distribution of lizards on islands in the Hen and Chicken 

Group, north-east New Zealand. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 12-13 

[Effects of predation on Lizards by Rattus exulans on the Hen and Chicken Group, north-east New Zealand - 

species affected - Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina] ornata, 

Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma moco. Occurrence of Hoplodactylus duvauceli on Pupuha Island, NZ - new 

record, and Lady Alice Island, NZ. Possible extirpation of Naultinus elegans and Hoplodactylus granulatus 

from Lady Alice Island, NZ through land clearing. Occurrence of Cyclodina aenea, Cyclodina ornata, 

Leiolopisma moco and Leiolopisma smithi on Lady Alice Island, NZ and reported absence from Pupuha 

Island, NZ. Cyclodina oliveri recorded from Pupuha Island, NZ and Muriwhenua Island, but absence from 

Lady Alice Island, NZ. Considers that Sphenomorphus pseudornatus is probably synonymous with 

Cyclodina aenea. Hoplodactylus pacificus has been recorded on Pupuha Island, NZ, but absent from Lady 

Alice Island, NZ. Rattus rattus and Rattus norvegicus are regarded as potential predators of lizards] 

412 Porter, R. 1988 Captive breeding and maintainence of the New Zealand Robust Skink, Cyclodina 

alani (Robb, 1970). Herpetofauna, 18 (1): 1-6 

[Description, diet (of adults and juveniles), captive husbandry, distribution, habitat, activity pattern, 

reproduction (age at sexual maturity and birth of young recorded), cannibalistic behaviour, aggressive 

behaviour and morphology of juveniles described for Cyclodina alani - from Moturoa Islands, NZ. Activity 

patterns of Cyclodina whitakeri and Cyclodina oliveri compared with Cyclodina alani. Effects of predation by 

Rattus spp. on Sphenodon punctatus noted] 

413 Porter, R. 1988 Notes on a trip to the Mercury Islands, north east New Zealand with special 

reference to Whitaker’s Skink (Cyclodina whitakeri). Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 8-10 

[List of Reptiles recorded from Mercury Islands, north east New Zealand. On Korapuki Island, NZ the 

following reptiles were recorded - Leiolopisma smithi, Leiolopisma moco, Cyclodina aenea, Hoplodactylus 

duvauceli, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus. On Middle Island, NZ the following reptiles 

were recorded - Leiolopisma smithi, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina alani, Cyclodina whitakeri, Hoplodactylus 

maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus. On Green Island, NZ the following reptiles were recorded - Sphenodon 

punctatus, Leiolopisma smithi, Cyclodina oliveri, Cyclodina alani, Hoplodactylus duvauceli, Hoplodactylus 

maculatus, Hoplodactylus pacificus. The effects of Rattus exulans on lizards on Korapuki Island, NZ is 

discussed. Proposed introduction of Cyclodina whitakeri mentioned] 

414 Prosser, H. 1986 A note on turtles nesting in New South Wales. Herpetofauna, 16 (1): 29 [not 1984 

as printed on cover] 

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[Nesting of Cheloniidae along the New South Wales coast is mentioned] 

415 Rankin, P.R. 1972 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 5 

[Captive husbandry of Egernia cunninghami - received juvenile specimen 4’ length in November, 1970 - by 

late March 1971 specimen had reached 7.75’ in length and had lost juvenile colouration - virtually no growth 

from March-September - by end of September had reached 8’ length, end of October 8.5’, end of November 

9’, end of December 9.6’, end of January, 1972 10.1’ - food eaten was raw meat (with calcium powder), 

Dandelion flowers, blackberries, bananas, small snails, Sugar Ants (Camponotus nigriceps) and insects] 

416 Rankin, P.R. 1972 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 21 

[Notes on Egernia striolata from the Tamworth area, NSW - ground dwelling, saxatile and sympatric with 

Egernia whitii - puzzled by choice of rocky habitats over trees, which are plentiful in area - captive husbandry 

noted - very tame after only one week in captivity] 

417 Rankin, P.R. 1972 Notes on the Swamp Snake (Drepanodontis signata) in captivity. Herpetofauna, 

5 (2): 15-17 

[Captive husbandry of Drepanodontis signata - from Morriset, NSW - Collected 16/5/1970 - Feeding 

recorded in captivity (consumed the frogs Crinia signifera, Limnodynastes peroni, Grass Skinks, tadpoles, 

and another D. signata ca 14’ in length that had been in the same enclosure; offered fish, juvenile mice and 

larger skinks but refused; tadpoles seized under water) - dates of feeding and sloughing recorded - notes on 

activity pattern (active in afternoon and on warm evenings to about 2030 hrs) - record of bite (author bitten 

1706 hrs 2/4/71 on finger, ca 3 minutes after bite intense stinging on apex and index fingers, subsiding 

about 15 minutes later, area became swollen and stiffened, twenty minutes after bite slight nausea for ca 10 

minutes, 35 minutes after bite all pain gone, and two hours after bite red blotches appeared near site of bite, 

affected hand swollen ca 20 hrs following bite - victim 15 yrs old - no medical treatment sought)] 

418 Rankin, P.R. 1973 Lizard mimicking a snake - juvenile Tiliqua casuarinae (Dumeril and Bibron). 


[Observations on Tiliqua casuarinae - from Martinsville, NSW - in June, 1970 mimicry of ophidian defensive 

behaviour observed - resembled juvenile Pseudonaja t. textilis - defensive strategy described and noted as 

being successful against Egernia whitii in captivity] 

419 Rankin, P.R. 1973 Letter to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 18 

[Observations on Amphibolurus barbatus at Earlwood, NSW - specimen collected in area, but believed to 

have been introduced - critical of inadequate care of captive reptiles, and the release of sick or injured 

specimens] 

420 Rankin, P.R. 1973 The Barred-sided Skink Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis (Gray) in the Sydney 

region. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 8-14 

[Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis - from Sydney region, NSW - Habitat described - Two kinds of habitats 

occupied, rocks and trees; if both present in area, trees preferred; in rocky situations, lives on exposed wellweathered 

rock faces, often cliffs, possessing crevices, holes and small ledges; rock face need not be 

exposed to direct sunshine; has found that specimens may be found on both exposed faces and those that 

never received direct sunshine; in situations where trees are utilised, many a number of micro-habitats are 

utilised, in rotted wood just below bark on fallen trees, or beneath exfoliating bark of fallen trees; recorded 

use of hollows of dead stumps at Leppington, NSW; only ever observed one specimen in a living tree 

(Angophora), the lizard being mature and inhabiting a crack in the burnt-out trunk, ca 2.5 m from the ground 

in wet sclerophyll forest - the occupied crack accessible to direct sun only in late afternoon; more commonly 

found in dry sclerophyll forest; in urban areas of Sydney specimens have been found in cracks of old stone 

and brick walls; found inhabiting walls at Concord, NSW; reported that Gary Daly found a specimen in a 

rubbish-filled pit among house ruins at Bankstown, NSW; also reported that one was located beneath 

masonite on the ground. Dietary data provided - examination of stomach contents of wild specimens 

revealed the following invertebrates: spider from a specimen collected in October, 1970; examination of 

faeces from urban specimens in early May, 1972 at Earlwood, NSW revealed remains of small ants (over 

90% of material present), remains of beetle, and grasshopper’s leg; another group of lizards from a different 

part of Earlwood revealed mainly beetles’ elytronae; several small insect wings were also found; one faece 

contained almost entirely the remains of an insect pupa, another remains of a segmented larva like a 

mealworm; captive diet records were meat, winged ants, earwigs, small beetles, smooth-skinned 

caterpillars, slaters; one juvenile specimen ate an adult Ablepharus greyii placed in same enclosure; reports 

that Alex Antennor observed a wild specimen eating banana, but none of Rankin’s captive specimens would 

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eat it. Activity pattern recorded - crepuscular, emerging mainly early morning and late afternoon; observed 

specimens active 40 min. after sunset in April; frequently found to be active 20-30 min. before and after 

sunset in warm months; reported that Alex Antennor observed specimen active at 9pm (2100 hrs) in 

Summer; often emerge early in morning, but not before sunrise; has observed specimens active outside of 

holes etc before sun reaches position (if at all); gravid females bask whenever possible; feeding occurs 

about 30 min. before and after sunset; considers that early morning activity is for obtaining water as dew 

drops (succumbs rapidly to dehydration in captivity); easiest to catch when active after sunset as their vision 

is poor at this time; reported temperatures of occupied brick wall site (warmer inside than at entrance during 

late afternoon); minimum temp. for activity ca. 15-17 C. outside of hole, and ca. 19 C. inside hole; juveniles 

seem to be more active than adults (or less secretive?). Data on tail dismemberment reported - 

dismemberment common - ca 50% of Sphenomorphus tenuis observed in urban areas had regenerated tails 

(lower % in bushland specimens, but figure not cited); all specimens caught by family cat had dismembered 

tails; if grasped by human it attempts to bite, then defecates. Reproductive data provided - Ovoviviparous; 

reported that Alex Antennor had a specimen give bith to seven live young; gravid females observed in 

November, 1972; juveniles appeared at Earlwood, NSW in first week of December; Populations in urban 

areas affected by renovations/demolition of old buildings, when cracks of walls are cemented; considers 

domestic cat major predator in urban areas; Status moderately common, but distribution in Sydney’s urban 

area fragmented; Found in Kuringai Chase National Park, and Reserves fronting Sydney Harbour; considers 

no new conservation measures required to preserve species; presents Table of measurements of 

specimens from Earlwood and Mosman, NSW; hopes to map distribution in Sydney region] 

421 Rankin, P.R. 1973 [No Title]. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 25 

[Possible territorial behaviour in Cryptoblepharus virgatus - from Earlwood, Sydney area, NSW - 

observations on 24/3/73] 

422 Rankin, P.R. 1975 Exploitation of a woodpile in northern Queensland by a community of Amphibians 

and Reptiles. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 4-6 

[Proserpine-Bowen area, Qld - Narrative report of survey in area during May, 1974 [by P.R. Rankin, R.W. 

Wells and K.C. Martin] - Reptilia and Amphibia observed - Furina diadema (found under board flush with 

ground in grassy railway verge), Bufo marinus (in burrows beneath rocks and other debris along railway 

verge; not found in stack of wooden sleepers suggesting isolation from arboreal niches and fauna due to 

terrestrial habits), Litoria caerulea (an aggregation of 6 sub-adult specimens, and several others individually, 

were found in stacks of wooden sleepers along railway verge), Heteronotia binoei (found in stacks of 

wooden sleepers along railway verge; more of this species than G. australis ), Gehyra australis (found in 

stacks of wooden sleepers along railway verge), Cryptoblepharus boutonii (found both active on, as well as 

inside stacks of wooden sleepers along railway verge). Discusses advantages of railway sleepers as 

microhabitat (use of railway sleepers as retreats, along railway verge by skinks and geckos probably as 

ideal site for micro-climate, food availability, protection from predation - no small snakes were found, 

probably due to the stacks having little direct contact with the ground; Bufo marinus was ecologically 

excluded from the stack)] 

423 Rankin, P.R. 1975 Successful treatment of advanced pneumonia in a captive snake. Herpetofauna, 

7 (2): 24 

[Treatment of Pneumonia in Liasis childreni - adult specimen, about to slough, contracted pneumonia after 

drop in temperature caused by heating system failure - respiratory infection discovered on 25/6/74 - snake 

mouth-gaping to assist breathing, listless and occasionally convulsive - vet treated specimen with injection of 

0.5cc of Chloromycetin - quarantined in heated enclosure - on 26/6/74 another 0.5cc of Chloromycetin, 

continued gasping when breathing, epidermis drying - 27/6/74 still gasping, convulsions, skin continued 

drying - appeared to improve after injection of 0.5cc of Vitamin B - on 28/6/74 another injection of 0.5cc 

Vitamin B, again seemed to improve, skin flaking off, appeared emaciated - on 29/6/74 placed in container 

of water that was warmed from below so that it could slough - on 30/6/74 congestion appeared to have 

gone, breathing without having to gasp - on 1/7/74 all signs of infection gone - kept isolated in heated 

enclosure for further week - on 8/7/74 ate one mouse - considers that injection of medication is superior to 

oral treatment in such infections] 

424 Rankin, P.R. 1976 Mating of wild Red-bellied Black Snakes, Pseudechis porphyriacus (Shaw). 


[Mating behaviour in Pseudechis porphyriacus reported - comparison with Hoplocephalus bungaroides and 

Hoplocephalus stephensii] 

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425 Rankin, P.R. 1976 A note on possible diversionary defence mechanism in the worm lizard, Aprasia 

inaurita Kluge. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 18-19 

[Defensive behaviour in Aprasia inaurita - comparison with Lerista spp., Anomalopus spp.] 

426 Rankin, P.R. 1977 Burrow plugging in the Netted Dragon Amphibolurus nuchalis with reports on the 

occurrence in three other Australian Agamids. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 18-22 

[Burrow plugging behaviour in Amphibolurus nuchalis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Amphibolurus reticulatus, 

Amphibolurus pictus. Amphibolurus nuchalis was recorded from the following localities: Broken Hill, NSW; 

Cross Roads Dam, Liddle Hills, 24o 57’ X 132o 14’ NT; Bokhara, 24o 29’ X 134o 02’ NT; Near Alice Springs, 

NT; Cobar, NSW; 55 km West of Cobar, NSW] 

427 Rankin, P.R. 1978 Notes on the biology of the skink Sphenomorphus pardalis (Macleay), including a 

captive breeding record. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 4-7 

[Behaviour in captivity, feeding, reproduction (possible birth of young instead of eggs), and fighting 

behaviour of juveniles reported for Sphenomorphus pardalis - from Cooktown, Qld (AM R62669) (see also 

sp. in MCZ 135392 - Cooktown, Qld., coll. 17/2/71) - Habitat at Cooktown, Qld noted] 

428 [Rankin, P.R.] (Editor) 1976 [Observations on the Eastern Water Dragon Physignathus lesueurii in 

the natural state and in captivity.] Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 20-22 

[Title taken from contents page; actual article untitled representing the collected comments of Peter Harlow, 

Michael Maddocks, Gerry Swan, Grant Husband, Peter Rankin, Richard Wells, Marion Anstis, Mrs Baker, 

Greg Sinclair, Gary Stephenson, and Paul Ludowici - General biological notes on Physignathus lesueurii - 

Behaviour; reproduction (clutch-size recorded, incubation of eggs); territoriality; predators (Pseudechis 

porphyriacus observed feeding on juvenile P. lesueurii, Pseudonaja textilis ate juvenile in captivity, 

Austrelaps superbus observed feeding on P. l. howittii, Sphenomorphus quoyii attacked juveniles in 

captivity); pollution effects; feeding (in wild -Cicadas, Gastropods, Crustaceans, Water Beetles, Water 

Striders eaten, possible underwater feeding ability mentioned; in captivity has eaten Sphenomorphus quoyii, 

Gambusia sp.); diving and submergence observations; hibernation; occupation of brackish water habitats 

noted; tail regeneration. Distribution records for Physignathus lesueurii - Casula, Georges River, Sydney, 

NSW; Fish Ponds Creek, Beecroft, Sydney, NSW; Pennant Hills, Sydney, NSW; Royal National Park, 

Sydney, NSW; Serpentine River, near Ebor, NSW; Lane Cove River, Sydney, NSW; Myall Lakes, NSW; 

Lake Macquarie, NSW; Ballina, NSW; Boronia Park, NSW; Oxford Falls, Sydney, NSW; Prospect Creek, 

Fairfield, Sydney, NSW; possible hybrid zone for lesueurii/howittii at Shoalhaven River, Kangaroo Valley, 

NSW] 

429 Reidy, P. 1980 Swan song for Western Australian tortoise? Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 2-4 

[Pseudemydura umbrina - at Bullsbrook, ca 40 km North of Perth, WA - Survival status; history of discovery; 

general biology; distribution; habitat; behaviour; reproduction; predators; concern over possible effects from 

forest destruction] 

430 Richardson, P. 1975 Snakes of the Bundaberg region. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 16-18 

[Checklist of snakes from Bundaberg region, Qld - Pseudonaja textilis textilis, Pseudechis porphyriacus, 

Demansia olivacea (=Demansia atra), Demansia psammophis, Denisonia nigrescens, Cacophis harriettae, 

Morelia spilotes variegata, Dendrelaphis punctulatus, Amphiesma mairii, Liasis childreni, Boiga irregularis, 

Hemiaspis signata, Furina diadema, Unechis carpentariae, Vermicella annulata. Dendrelaphis punctulatus - 

ophiophagy recorded - observed a specimen eat a juvenile Morelia spilotes variegata. Amphiesma mairii - 

Diet recorded (has been observed eating Bufo marinus in wild and captivity). Aspidites melanocephalus - 

Distribution noted (said to occur in the area west of Bundaberg, Qld - one record from Calliope, west of 

Gladstone, Qld). Boiga irregularis - Status noted (rare in Bundaberg area - not banded type, but brick-red 

form - locals confused this species with Oxyuranus scutellatus. Oxyuranus scutellatus - Distribution noted 

(has been recorded at Round Hill, ca 170 km north of Bundaberg, Qld - also quotes record from Eric Zillman 

who observed the species in 1971 at Gaeta, north of Bundaberg - quotes Peter Barry who also identified a 

specimen at Gaeta, Qld in 1967). Cacophis squamulosus - Distribution noted (uncertain as to occurrence in 

Bundaberg area, but has record of specimen from 50 km South of Bundaberg, Qld)] 

431 [Richardson, P.] 1976 Snakes of the Bundaberg region - Addenda. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 4 [Note: 

authorship of note is taken from contents page] 

[Bundaberg region, Queensland - Simoselaps australis is added to snakes recorded from region. 

Oxyuranus scutellatus - is reported from Baffle Creek, 65 km north of Bundaberg, Qld] 

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432 Richardson, P. 1976 Freshwater tortoises and lizards of the Bundaberg region. Herpetofauna, 8 (2): 

14-15 

[Checklist of Lizards and Tortoises recorded from Bundaberg region, Queensland - Chelodina expansa, 

Chelodina longicollis, Elseya latisternum, Emydura kreffti, Diplodactylus sp., Gehyra punctata, Gehyra 

variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Oedura robusta, Oedura tryoni, Oedura lesueurii, Phyllurus cornutus, Lialis 

burtonis, Amphibolurus barbatus, Chlamydosaurus kingii, Diporiphora australis, Physignathus lesueurii, 

Varanus gouldii, Varanus timorensis, Varanus varius, Carlia sp. Ctenotus robustus, Ctenotus taeniolatus, 

Egernia striolata, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus scutirostrum, Tiliqua gerrardii, Anomalopus 

verreauxii] 

433 Roberts, B. 1983 An observation of the Red-bellied Black Snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) utilizing 

water as a refuge. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 95 

[Pseudechis porphyriacus - from 1 km south of Flinders University, SA - Observed utilizing water as refuge] 

434 Roberts, B. 1986 Predation of the Mediterranean beetle Blaps polychresta by the Western 

Bluetongue Lizard Tiliqua occipitalis. Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 50 [not 1984 as printed on cover] 

[Tiliqua occipitalis - from Pt. Parham, SA 34o 25’ X 138o 16’ - reported eating the allegedly poisonous 

Mediterranean beetle Blaps polychresta] 

435 Robinson, M. and Cappo, M. 1989 Comparison of feeding behaviours of the aquatic Australian Hylid 

frogs Litoria dahlii (Boulenger, 1896) and Cyclorana platycephala (Gunther, 1873) and the terrestrial Hylid 

frog Cyclorana novaehollandiae (Steindachner, 1867). Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 8-24 [See also corrigenda for 

this article in Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 36] 

[Litoria dahlii - from Pan Continental Mining Lease area, East Alligator River, NT - Diet (in captivity - ate 

Limnodynastes peronii larvae; Gambusia sp; in wild - stomach contents revealed Frogs; Ephemeroptera; 

Odonata (Adult+Nymph); Ostracoda; Trichoptera (Adult+Nymph); Zygoptera (Adult); Araneae; Coleoptera 

(Adult+larvae); Diptera; Hemiptera; Acarina; Blattodea; Chilopoda; Collembola; Dermaptera; Hymenoptera 

(Alate+Non-alate); Isoptera (non-alate); Lepidoptera (Adult+Larvae); Oligochaeta; Orthoptera; 

Thysanoptera). - Agonistic behaviour - Basking behaviour - Mouth morphology - Feeding behaviour 

(comparison with Cyclorana platycephala and Cyclorana novaehollandiae) - Swimming behaviour 

(compared to Rheobatrachus silus) - Cannibalistic behaviour. Cyclorana platycephala recorded from Parkes, 

NSW; Nevertire, NSW; Warren, NSW; Quambone, NSW; Condobolin, NSW - Feeding behaviour 

(comparison with Cyclorana novaehollandiae and Litoria dahlii ) - Mouth morphology - Diet recorded (in 

capivity - ate Limnodynastes peronii larvae; Gambusia sp; known to have consumed mice; Periplaneta 

americana ; Tenebrio molitor (larvae); in wild - stomach contents revealed Triops; Dytiscus; Gastropoda; 

Frog larvae; Coleoptera (Adult); Isoptera (Alate); Hymenoptera (Alate+Worker); Lepidoptera (larv+[Adult]); 

Orthoptera) - Cannibalistic behaviour - Basking Behaviour. Cyclorana novaehollandiae - known from Mt 

Carbine area, Qld; near Aurukun, Qld - Diet noted - Cannibalistic behaviour discussed - Mouth morphology - 

Feeding behaviour (comparison with Litoria dahlii and Cyclorana platycephala ) - Basking behaviour 

mentioned] 

436 Rokylle, G. 1989 An addition to the ranges of two rock monitors; Varanus glauerti and Varanus 

glebopalma. Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 25-26 

[Distribution, habitat, behaviour and colouration in life in Varanus glauerti and Varanus glebopalma - from 

18o 45’ X 126o 03’, WA] 

437 Rose, A.B. 1974 Gut contents of some Amphibians & Reptiles. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 4-8 

[Amphibia and Reptilia from Kuring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney NSW - found dead and examined for 

dietary remains - Heleioporus australiacus - 2/3/68 Blattodea and Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Camponotus 

consobrinus and other spp.), 16/4/68 Blattodea and Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Camponotus consobrinus, 

and four Bull Ants Myrmecia tarsata).Limnodynastes peronii - 28/10/67 empty, 00/02/68 Hemiptera, 

Lepidoptera, Homoptera, Araneida (‘Trapdoor Spiders’ Ctenizidae, either Arbanitis or Dyarcyops sp.), 9/3/69 

Coleoptera (Elateridae), 31/8/69 Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 14/11/68 moss and insect remains in lower gut, 

6/12/69 Coleoptera (larva), Diptera (fly of family Sciaridae), 20/12/69 Lepidoptera (lower gut remains - 

scales only). Limnodynastes ornatus - 00/02/69 Coleoptera (Carabidae, Scarabaeidae, Elateridae) and 

Hymenoptera (Formicidae). Limnodynastes dorsalis - 00/02/69 Araneida, Orthoptera (Tettigoniidae), 

Hemiptera (Pentatomidae) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae); 12/12/69 Hymenoptera (Formicidae). 

Pseudophryne australis - 23/5/69 Blattodea, and Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 14/3/69 - this specimen taken 

from the stomach of Notechis scutatus and dissected, revealing : Hymenoptera (Formicidae). Pseudophryne 

bibronii - 24/1/69 Coleoptera (Curculionidae) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae). Crinia signifera - 17/8/68 

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Coleoptera, 7/9/68 Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 18/8/70 Empty. Litoria caerulea - 2/12/69 Orthoptera 

(Gryllacrididae), 9/12/69 Araneida (Pentatomidae), Hemiptera, Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae), and Lepidoptera 

(larva). Litoria phyllochroa - 16/1/68 Empty, 00/02/69 Araneida, 1/11/69 Plecoptera and Hymenoptera. 

Litoria verreauxii - 00/02/69 Araneida, Orthoptera (Gryllidae), Lepidoptera. Litoria freycineti - Isoptera. Litoria 

jervisiensis - 10/2/69 Hemiptera, Homoptera nymph, Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae), Lepidoptera (larva) and 

Hymenoptera. Phyllurus platurus - 26/1/68 Coleoptera (Elateridae), 26/1/68 Coleoptera (Elateridae). Tiliqua 

scincoides -6/10/67 Empty, 23/11/67 Mammalia (claw and two phalanges of a decaying possum), 

Coleoptera, Lepidoptera (adults, larvae), 27/12/67 Blattodea, Coleoptera (Carabidae and others), 

Lepidoptera (larvae), 6/12/69 Lepidoptera (larvae) and flora (fruit of Persoonia sp.), 15/12/69 Lepidoptera 

(larvae only) and flora (fruit of undetermined plant), 25/1/70 Blattodea, Coleoptera, Flora (fruit of Persoonia 

sp.), 19/2/70 Mollusca (Helix sp.). Cryptoblepharus boutonii - 27/11/66 Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 28/12/67 

unidentifiable insect remains. Leiolopisma delicata - 29/4/69 unidentifiable insect remains, 4/2/70 

Lepidoptera, Crustacea (Amphipoda - Talitris sp.), Dermaptera and Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 1/2/69 

Lepidoptera (one moth). Leiolopisma mustelina - 6/3/69 Mollusca (small flat snail). Ctenotus taeniolatus - 

25/9/67 (taken from stomach of Varanus varius ) Isoptera, Orthoptera (Tetrigidae), Hymenoptera 

(Formicidae). Sphenomorphus tenuis - 00/11/67 Coleoptera and Lepidoptera, 30/10/67 Araneida, 

Coleoptera (Curculionidae) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Rhytidoponera sp.). Sphenomorphus quoyii - 

8/3/68 empty, 1/12/69 Araneida, Hemiptera, Coleoptera (larva). Saiphos equalis - 14/6/68 unidentifiable 

insect remains and endoparasite. Physignathus lesueurii - 11/1/68 Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae), 

Hymenoptera (Formicidae) and Flora (Dianella sp. berries), 31/1/68 Hemiptera, Heteroptera, Coleoptera, 

Lepidoptera (larvae), and Flora (flower bud), 16/4/68 Araneida, Coleoptera, Hymenoptera 

(Formicidae),16/10/68 Araneida, Coleoptera, Lepidoptera (larva) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae; Apidae - 

Apis mellifera ), 8/1/69 Diplopoda, Odonata, Blattodea, Coleoptera, Lepidoptera (larva), Hymenoptera 

(Formicidae), and flora (Dianella sp. berry), 20/11/69 Araneida (Thynnidae - Thynnoides sp.), Coleoptera, 

Lepidoptera (larvae only) and Hymenoptera (Tiphiidae), 22/11/69 Diplopoda, Coleoptera (larvae), 

Lepidoptera (larva and eggs) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae, Apoidea), 12/4/70 Araneida, Coleoptera and 

Hymenoptera (Formicidae). Amphibolurus barbatus -12/9/67 Orthoptera (Acrididae), Coleoptera 

(Curculionidae and others), Diptera, Lepidoptera (larvae), Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 14/9/67 Coleoptera 

(Curculionidae and others) and Flora (20 or more round green leaves 1 cm diam.), 14/11/68 Blattodea, 

Orthoptera (Tettigoniidae, Eumasticidae), Coleoptera (Curculionidae and others), Hymenoptera (Formicidae, 

various species incl. Myrmecia tarsata ), 4/10/69 Araneida, Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae - Dynastinae), 

Lepidoptera (larva), Hymenoptera (Apidae - Apis mellifera ) and Flora (Compositae flower heads; lower gut 

had Graminae flower heads and leaves), 15/10/69 Orthoptera, Coleoptera (Curculionidae), Lepidoptera 

(larva) and Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Myrmecia gulosa and others). Varanus varius - 25/9/67 Reptilia 

(Ctenotus taeniolatus ; remains of smaller skink in lower gut), Orthoptera, Lepidoptera (larva), 17/12/67 

Araneida, Orthoptera (Tettigoniidae), Lepidoptera (larva), 22/12/67 Orthoptera (Gryllacrididae, 

Stenopelmatidae, Acrididae), Lepidoptera (adults and larva; Sphingidae - Coequosa sp. only), 21/10/68 

Reptilia (stomach empty, but Leiolopisma sp. in lower gut), Orthoptera (Gryllacrididae remains in lower gut), 

30/12/68 Orthoptera (Stomach empty; Gryllacrididae and other insect remains in lower gut), 27/12/69 

Orthoptera (Tettigoniidae and Acrididae), Coleoptera (Cerambycidae), Lepidoptera (adults and larvae), 

Hymenoptera (Formicidae), 27/12/69 Mammalia (fur, bones of small mammal, - also bits of chop bone and 

apple - specimen had been found dead near picnic area), Phasmatodea, Coleoptera (Scarabaeididae), 

Lepidoptera (adults and larvae). Morelia s. spilotes - 23/1/68 Mammalia (one wisker only), 23/2/69 

Mammalia (fem. Pseudocheirus peregrinus & furred pouched young). Dendrelaphis punctulatus - 23/1/68 

Amphibia (Limnodynastes peronii), 18/12/69 Reptilia (stom. empty, but unidentified skink scales in gut). 

Acanthophis antarcticus - 24/10/66 empty, 28/12/67 Reptilia (Leiolopisma delicata, plus another species 

remains), 16/4/68 Mammalia (Rodentia), 25/11/69 empty, 10/12/69 empty (plus unidentified remains in lower 

gut). Cacophis squamulosus - 16/3/67 Reptilia (Leiolopisma sp. 3 skink tails), 23/1/70 Reptilia (Leiolopisma 

sp. tail only in stomach, feet and other remains in lower intestine). Unechis nigrescens - 14/1/68 Reptilia 

(Ctenotus taeniolatus), 6/3/68 empty (plus other remains in lower gut). Hemiaspis signata - 1/4/69 Reptilia 

(Leiolopisma sp. tail). Pseudonaja textilis - 13/10/68 empty, 22/3/70 empty. Demansia psammophis - 26/4/68 

Lepidoptera (scales), 24/7/69 empty. Pseudechis porphyriacus - 1/3/67 empty (plus other remains in lower 

gut), 8/1/68 empty, 12/4/69 Amphibia (Limnodynastes peronii), Reptilia (Tiliqua scincoides, and tail of 

Pygopus lepidopodus), 30/9/69 empty (plus other remains in lower gut), 15/1/70 Reptilia (Egernia 

cunninghami). Notechis scutatus - 14/3/69 Amphibia (Pseudophryne australis), Reptilia (Leiolopisma sp.), 

7/12/69 empty (plus other remains in lower gut)] 

438 Rosler, H. 1987 Observations on reproduction in Diplodactylus williamsi Kluge (Sauria: 

Gekkonidae). Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 29-30 [Note also the Editorial comment following this note, where a 

reference to reproduction in Pogona henrylawsoni occurs - but this species is erroneously identified as ‘the 

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small undescribed species of Bearded Dragon from western Queensland’] 

[Egg-laying, description of eggs, incubation period, hatching and diet of hatchlings reported for captive 

Diplodactylus williamsi] 

439 Rowlands, R.P.V. 1978 Notes on the maintenance of a captive breeding group of the gecko 

Hoplodactylus pacificus. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 18-19 

[Mating, birth of young, distribution, habitat and diet in captivity for Hoplodactylus pacificus] 

440 Rowlands, R.P.V. 1979 Tail splitting in Hoplodactylus granulatus. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 32 

[Tail damage in Hoplodactylus granulatus reported - due to excessive feeding in captivity] 

441 Rowlands, R.P.V. 1979 Notes on the Green Tree Gecko Naultinus elegans including captive 

breeding records. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 5-8 

[Reproduction reported for Naultinus elegans - young born in captivity - feeding noted - comparisons with 

Hoplodactylus spp.] 

442 Rowlands, R.P.V. 1981 Blowflies as parasites of New Zealand geckos. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 31-32 

[Parasitology of Heteropholis stellatus - by Diptera - larvae of Calliphora (?) quadrimaculata] 

443 Rowlands, R.P.V. 1986 Notes on mites of the Family Uropodidae using a skink as a means of 

dispersal. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 26 [not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Cyclodina aenea - from Milford, Auckland area, NZ - Commensualism by Uropodidae Mites reported] 

444 Sadlier, R.A. 1987 Distribution by habitat of six Ctenotus species in SW N.S.W. Herpetofauna, 17 

(1): 1-4 [see important correction to this paper by Sadlier, R and Shea, G.M. (1990) - Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 

p. 15] 

[Distribution and habitat preferences of Ctenotus brooksi iridis (=Ctenotus strauchii varius), Ctenotus 

schomburgkii, Ctenotus (cf) uber, Ctenotus regius, Ctenotus atlas and Ctenotus brachyonyx - all from 

Mungo Lakes National Park, Willandra Lakes region, NSW] 

445 Sadlier, R.A. 1987 The Scincid lizard Ctenotus brachyonyx Storr in N.S.W. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 22- 

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[Distribution and habitat of Ctenotus brachyonyx - in New South Wales - known from Mungo Lakes National 

Park, NSW; Jobs Gate, 140 km northeast of Bourke, NSW 29o 00’ X 146o 44’; 75.2 km north of Bourke, 

NSW (on the Mitchell Hwy), 29 32’ X 145 50’; 75.2 km north of Bourke, NSW (on the Mitchell Hwy), 29o 32’ 

X 145o 50’, then 60 km northeast to 29o 11’ X 146o 19’. Ctenotus pantherinus - First record from NSW 

reported - Jobs Gate, 140 km northeast of Bourke, NSW 29o 00’ X 146o 44’. Ctenotus regius - Distribution 

in NSW - known from 75.2 km north of Bourke, NSW (on the Mitchell Hwy), 29o 32’ X 145o 50’. Ctenotus 

leonhardii - Distribution in NSW - 75.2 km north of Bourke, NSW (on the Mitchell Hwy), 29o 32’ X 145o 50’; 

75.2 km north of Bourke, NSW (on the Mitchell Hwy), 29o 32’ X 145o 50’, then 60 km northeast to 29o 11’ X 

146o 19’. Ctenotus schomburgkii - Distribution in NSW - recorded from 75.2 km north of Bourke, NSW (on 

the Mitchell Hwy), 29o 32’ X 145o 50’, then 60 km northeast to 29o 11’ X 146o 19’] 

446 Sadlier, R.A. and Shea, G.M. 1990 The reptiles of Mungo National Park and the Willandra Lakes 

region. Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 9-27 [Note: See also the decisions on the taxonomic status of Ctenotus 

schomburgkii (and Ctenotus uber) in Shea and Peterson (1987): Trans. Roy. Soc. SA., 111 (2): 115-117, 

decisions which were not followed in this paper] 

[Checklist of Reptiles (and notes on habitats) from Mungo National Park and Willandra Lakes region - 2.4 

km west of SE corner of Mungo National Park (33o 48 X 143o 11’) NSW recorded Amphibolurus nobbi 

coggeri, Ctenophorus fordi, Ctenophorus pictus, Lucasium damaeum, Underwoodisaurus milii, 

Cryptoblepharus carnabyi, Ctenotus atlas, Ctenotus brachyonyx, Ctenotus schomburgkii, Ctenotus regius, 

Egernia inornata, Lerista muelleri, Lerista punctatovittata, Menetia greyi. At 2.7 km north of SE corner of 

Mungo National Park, 33o 47’ X 143o 13’ NSW recorded - Diplodactylus intermedius, Gehyra variegata, 

Cryptoblepharus carnabyi, Ctenotus regius, Lerista punctatovittata. At 0.1 Km west of Joulni gate on 

southern boundary fence of Mungo National Park, 33o 48’ X 143o 08’ NSW recorded - Ctenophorus pictus, 

Diplodactylus vittatus, Gehyra variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Rhynchoedura ornata, Underwoodisaurus milii, 

Lerista muelleri, Cryptoblepharus carnabyi, Lerista punctatovittata, Morethia boulengeri. At 0.8 km east of 

Red Top Dam, Mungo National Park, 33o 47’ X 143o 07’ NSW recorded - Lucasium damaeum, Ctenotus 

regius, Ctenotus uber, Eremiascincus richardsoni, Pogona vitticeps, Tiliqua rugosa. At 2 km east of Mungo 

homestead, on Walls of China Rd., Mungo National Park, 33o 44’ X 143o 02’ NSW recorded - Heteronotia 

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binoei, Ctenotus uber, Eremiascincus richardsoni, Lerista muelleri, Morethia adelaidensis, Pogona vitticeps, 

Tiliqua rugosa. At Northern end of Mungo homestead airstrip, Mungo National Park 33o 43’ X 143o 02’ NSW 

recorded - Heteronotia binoei, Lucasium damaeum, Ctenotus regius, Lerista muelleri, Lerista 

punctatovittata, Morethia boulengeri, Ramphotyphlops bituberculatus, Tiliqua rugosa, Pogona vitticeps. At 

3.3 km south of Poo Poo Tank, Top Hut Lease 33o 43’ X 142o 57’ NSW recorded - Gehyra variegata, 

Lucasium damaeum, Lerista muelleri, Lerista punctatovittata, Ramphotyphlops australis, Ramphotyphlops 

bituberculatus. At 6.4 km south of Top Hut Homestead, on Old Arumpo Rd., 33o 43’ X 142o 55’ NSW 

recorded - Amphibolurus nobbi coggeri, Ctenophorus fordi, Lucasium damaeum, Delma butleri, Ctenotus 

brachyonyx, Ctenotus regius, Egernia inornata, Lerista muelleri, Lerista punctatovittata. At 5.9 km south of 

Top Hut Homestead, on Old Arumpo Rd., 33o 43’ X 142o 56’ NSW recorded - Ctenophorus fordi, 

Diplodactylus elderi, Lucasium damaeum, Delma butleri, Ctenotus brachyonyx, Ctenotus regius. At ca. 3 km 

due west of Gol Gol homestead, 33o 29’ X 143o 18’ NSW recorded - Ctenotus uber, Eremiascincus 

richardsoni, Menetia greyi, Pogona vitticeps, Tiliqua rugosa. At 5.8 km east of Garnpung homestead on Gol 

Gol road (33o 30’ X 143o 12’) NSW recorded - Ctenotus strauchii varius, Morethia adelaidensis, Pogona 

vitticeps, Tiliqua rugosa. At Western edge of Lake Garnpung, in vicinity of Scrubby Bore (33o 27’ X 143o 

02’) NSW recorded - Ctenotus regius, Lerista punctatovittata, Morethia boulengeri, Pogona vitticeps, 

Unechis nigriceps. Gravid specimens ofAmphibolurus nobbi coggeri, Pogona vitticeps and Ramphotyphlops 

australis were observed during the survey. Additional distribution records for Amphibolurus nobbi coggeri - 8 

km NE of Roys Tank, Top Hut; 7km NNE of Roys Tank, Top Hut. Additional distribution records for 

Ctenophorus fordi - 8 km N of Roys Tank, Top Hut; 9 km east of Mandelman, NSW. Additional distribution 

records for Ctenophorus pictus - Mungo lunettes; Zanci lunettes; 9 km E of Mandelman, NSW; 19 km NNW 

of Bidura, NSW. Additional distribution records for Diplodactylus elderi - 2 km west of Roys Tank, Top Hut, 

NSW; 1 km south of Double Tanks, Top Hut, NSW; 9 km E of Mandelman, NSW. Additional distribution 

records for Diplodactylus vittatus - 5 km NE of Top Hut homestead, NSW; 25 km NNW of Bidura, NSW. 

Additional distribution record for Pogona vitticeps - entire Willandra Lakes region, NSW. Additional 

distribution records for Gehyra variegata - Mungo Homestead, NSW; 2 km NW of Top Hut homestead, 

NSW. Additional distribution records for Heteronotia binoei - Old Arumpo homestead, NSW; Top Hut 

homestead, NSW; 2 km NW of Top Hut homestead, NSW. Additional distribution records for Lucasium 

damaeum - 1 km west of Top Hut homestead, NSW; 3 km west of Roys Tank, Top Hut, NSW. Additional 

distribution records for Rhynchoedura ornata - 2 km NW Top Hut homestead, NSW; 7 km NNE Top Hut 

homestead, NSW; 19 km NNW of Bidura, NSW. Additional distribution records for Underwoodisaurus milii - 

1 km west of Top Hut homestead, NSW; 9 km east of Mandelman, NSW. Additional distribution records for 

Delma butleri - 4 km south of Double Tanks, Top Hut, NSW; 9 km east of Mandelman, NSW. Additional 

distribution record for Lialis burtonis - 7 km NNE Top Hut homestead, NSW. Additional distribution records 

for Cryptoblepharus carnabyi - 2 km NW Top Hut homestead, NSW. Additional distribution records for 

Ctenotus atlas - 2 km west of Roys Tank, Top Hut, NSW; 9 km E of Mandelman, NSW. Additional 

distribution record for Ctenotus brachyonyx - 9 km E of Mandelman, NSW. Additional distribution records for 

Ctenotus regius - Zanci homestead, NSW; 3 km west of Roys Tank, Top Hut, NSW; 7 km NNE Top Hut 

homestead, NSW; Old Arumpo homestead, NSW; 9 km E of Mandelman, NSW. Additional distribution 

records for Egernia inornata - Roys Tank, Top Hut, NSW; 9 km east of Mandelman, NSW; 19 km NNW of 

Bidura, NSW. Additional distribution record for Egernia striolata - Everbar Tank, Mungo National Park, NSW. 

Additional distribution record for Eremiascincus richardsoni - ca. 45 km west of Top Hut Station, NSW. 

Additional distribution records for Lerista muelleri - Old Arumpo Homestead, NSW; Garnpung Homestead, 

NSW; Top Hut Homestead, NSW. Additional distribution records for Lerista punctatovittata - Old Arumpo 

Homestead, NSW; Top Hut Homestead, NSW. Additional distribution record for Menetia greyi - Top Hut 

Homestead, NSW. Additional distribution record for Tiliqua occipitalis - Mungo area, NSW. Additional 

distribution records for Tiliqua rugosa - Mungo National Park, NSW; Willandra Lakes area, NSW. Additional 

distribution records for Varanus gouldii - 0.2 km N. of Prungle on Arumpo Rd., NSW; 1.6 km E of Top Hut, 

on Zanci Rd., NSW; 18.8 km E of Chibnalwood, on Turlee Rd., NSW; 8.1 km. from Boronga on road to 

Mungo National Park, NSW. Additional distribution record for Morelia spilota variegata - Top Hut 

Homestead, NSW. Additional distribution records for Demansia psammophis - Roys Tank, Top Hut, NSW; 

Edge of Lake Arumpo, at Old Arumpo Homestead, NSW. Additional distribution record for Pseudechis 

australis - 32 km N. of Prungle, on Arumpo Road, NSW. Additional distribution records for Pseudonaja 

nuchalis - Turlee Station, NSW; Milton Grove area, northeast of the Willandra Lakes region, NSW. Additional 

distribution records for Pseudonaja textilis - 4 km E. of Garnpung homestead, on Gol Gol Rd., NSW; 6.8 km 

E. of the Balmoral turn-off on the Garnpung to Gol Gol Rd., NSW; 0.7 km W. of Gol Gol homestead, on 

Garnpung Rd., NSW; 5.6 km SW of Garnpung homestead, NSW; 5.2 km S. of Arumpo homestead on 

Mildura Rd.,NSW; 15.8 km S of Prungle homestead, on Euston Rd., NSW. Colouration of Pseudonaja 

nuchalis in region noted] 

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447 Scanlon, J.D. 1982 Community egg-laying by the Yellow-faced Whip Snake (Demansia 

psammophis). Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 25 

[Demansia psammophis - from Morton National Park, near Bundanoon, NSW - possible communal egglaying 

reported] 

448 Scanlon, J.D. 1986 Herpetological records from northern N.S.W. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 38-39 [not 


[Checklist of Reptiles and Frogs from the McIntyre River, Boggabilla area, NSW 28o 37’ X 150o 22’ - Gehra 

variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Pogona barbatus, Physignathus lesueurii (along McIntyre River, Boggabilla, 

NSW), Cryptoblepharus virgatus, Morethia boulengeri, Tiliqua scincoides, Denisonia devisi, Pseudechis 

guttatus (also mentions behaviour and gives description), Pseudechis porphyriacus, Pseudonaja (?) textilis, 

Parasuta dwyeri, Limnodynastes salmini, Notaden bennettii, Litoria caerulea (aggregative behaviour also 

mentioned), Varanus gouldii (?), Varanus varius (at Boobora Lagoon, Boggabilla area, NSW), Varanus 

tristis] 

449 Schofield, W. 1972 Notes on the birth of Red-bellied Black Snakes. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 20-22 

[Notes on a gravid female Pseudechis porphyriacus - collected at Nemingah, Tamworth, NSW by Kevin 

Jacobson - when captured, a juvenile was born dead inside an egg-sac - on 9-10 March, 1972, 9 egg-sacs 

were deposited (between 1300 hrs 9/3/72 and 0900 hrs on 10/3/72) - mass of egg sacs at laying recorded 

(Mass in grams; 22.5, 24.5, 22.5, 22.5, 22.5, 19.0, 24.5, 16.5, 16.5 - dead in sac) - 8 juveniles successfully 

‘hatched’ on 12/3/72 - mass and lengths of juveniles recorded (Mass in grams X Length in mm.; 10.40 X 

272, 10.62 X 286, 10.47 X 281, 10.12 X 270, 9.94 X 279, 10.08 X 289, 10.20 X 278, 11.64 X 302) - juveniles 

given to Peter Rankin - mentions that this study was carried out by W. Schofield and Terry Harvey of the 

‘Oxley High School Herpetological Club’] 

450 Schwaner, T.D. 1987 Book Review. Snakes of Western Australia by G.M. Storr, L.A. Smith, R.E. 

Johnstone. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 27-28 

[Book Review - But mentions phylogeny of genus Notechis - Morphology of Pseudonaja textilis inframacula 

and Pseudonaja affinis - Systematics of pythons mentioned (relationships between Liasis, Bothrochilus, 

Chondropython, Morelia, Liasis childreni, Liasis perthensis, Python amethistinus, Aspidites) - Comment on 

use of the generic name Chersydrus] 

451 Schwaner, T.D., Francis, M. and Harvey, C. 1988 Identification and conservation of Carpet Pythons 

(Morelia spilota imbricata) on St. Francis Island, South Australia. Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 13-20 

[Morelia spilota imbricata - from St. Francis Island, South Australia - General biology discussed; 

Identification through scalation variation); conservation status, population density on St Francis Island, SA, 

warning about illegal collecting potentially endangering island population - Distribution in South Australia (St 

Francis Island, Nuyts Archipelago, near Ceduna, SA - SAM R 13994, SAM R 15907A-B, SAM R 19072; 80 

km N. of Poonjalass Creek, Goyders Lagoon, SA - SAM R19222; Fowlers Bay, SA; Denial Bay, SA - SAM 

R260; Sceale Bay, SA - SAM R1207; Iron Duchess, Middleback Ranges, SA - SAM R14261; Moolooloo, 

North Flinders Ranges, SA - SAM R1665; Thistle Island, SA [now extinct]); Barmera, SA - SAM R4711; 16 

miles N. of Morgan, SA - SAM R5525; Younghusband, near Mannum, SA - SAM R12601; 10 miles north of 

Blanchetown, SA - SAM R 12781; Rilly Res, Roxton, SA - SAM R13640; Stony Creek, Willowie Forest, SA - 

SAM R13862; Burra, SA - SAM R18970;). Morelia spilotes - Distribution in WA (Cranbrook, WA - WAM 

R788 A-B; Narembeen, WA - WAM R5647; Cunderdin, WA - WAM R5765; West Wallabi Island, WA - WAM 

R18553, WAM R18558; 31 miles west of York, WA - WAM R21844; Green Head, WA - WAM R29394; 

Ledge Point, WA - WAM R31040; Hyden, WA - WAM R34027; Cowaramup Bay, WA - WAM R41920; 64 

miles east of Norseman, WA - WAM R45775; Kondinin, WA - WAM R46172; Dumbleyung, WA - WAM 

R83872; Houtman Abrolhos, WA - SAM R251). Morelia spilotes - Distribution in Qld (Mt Tambourine, Qld - 

SAM R2174; Diamantina River, Qld - SAM R2174; Cairns, Qld - SAM R12456; Mackay, Qld - SAM 

R12600;). Morelia spilotes - Distribution in NSW (Darling River, NSW - SAM R16001; Moree, NSW - AM 

R1831; Comboyne, NSW - AM R12998; Coffs Harbour, NSW - AM R 16432. AM R41149; Wyangaree State 

Forest, near Kyogle, NSW - AM R33174; Gibralter Range, 30 miles east of Glen Innes, NSW - AM R33285; 

Brinerville, via Thora, NSW - AM R38484; 25 miles north of Golgol, NSW - AM R69079; Gilgandra, NSW - 

AM R69083; 1 km north of Warren (on Carinda Rd), NSW - AM R93463; Corombie, NSW - AM R95384; 

Cogger’s Property, North Arm of Bellinger River, NSW - AM R106844;). Morelia spilotes - Distribution in NT 

(Arnhem Land, NT - NTM R0091, NTM R1198, NTM R3421; Melville Island, NT - NTM R1202; Darwin area, 

NT - NTM R2040, NTM R2114, NTM R2564, NTM R3317, NTM R5265, NTM R5273, NTM R5290, NTM 

R6253, NTM R6534, NTM R9844; Manton River, NT - NTM R4772; Berrimah, NT - NTM R5274; Bathurst 

Island, NT - NTM R5276; Groote Eylandt, NT - NTM R6218, NTM R7481; Alligator River, NT - NTM R6252; 

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Mouth of Emerald River, Groote Eylandt, NT - NTM R7479; Angurugu, Groote Eylandt, NT - NTM R7480] 

452 Senior, T. 1972 The Burwood goanna. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 19 

[Report of escaped Varanus varius at Burwood, NSW - recaptured; escaped again at nearby Ryde 

Horticultural Park, and was not recaptured] 

453 Shea, G.M. 1980 Notes on ecdysis in Tiliqua rugosa (Gray). Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 32-33 

[Sloughing in Tiliqua rugosa reviewed] 

454 Shea, G.M. 1981 Notes on the reproductive biology of the Eastern Blue-tongue Skink, Tiliqua 

scincoides (Shaw). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 16-23 

[Mating, dates of birth, litter-sizes, and morphology of juveniles reported for Tiliqua scincoides - from Bondi 

Junction, near Sydney, NSW; 27 km SE of Bombala, NSW 36o 55’ X 149o 15’ - comparisons with Tiliqua 

gerrardii, Tiliqua nigolutea and Egernia cunninghami] 

455 Shea, G.M. 1982 Insular range extensions for the New Guinea Bluetongue, Tiliqua gigas (Boddaert) 

(Lacertilia: Scincidae). Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 7-12 

[Island distribution of Tiliqua gigas reviewed - (AM R10470 - Trobriand Islands, 08o X 151o ; AM R19307 - 

Pisik, Lou Island, Admiralty Islands 02o 24’ X 147o 20’ ; AM R97572-97573 - Los Negros Island, Admiralty 

Islands Coll by N.C. Goddard, on 14/5/1952 (AM R97572) and 25/4/1952 (AM R97573) 02o 01’ X 147o 26’; 

AM R19075 - Madang, PNG; AM R24861 - Bangama Karkar Island, (04o 32’ X 145o 59’) PNG coll. 

7/10/1965; AM R24862-69 - Miak, Karkar Island, (04o 34’ X 145o 55’) PNG born 4/10/1965; AM R24908-15 

- Miak, Karkar Island, (04o 34’ X 145o 55’) PNG; AM R25145 - Miak, Karkar Island, (04o 34’ X 145o 55’) 

PNG; AM R25387-89 - Miak, Karkar Island, (04o 34’ X 145o 55’) PNG; AM R25390 - Miak, Karkar Island, 

(04o 34’ X 145o 55’) PNG coll 9/10/1965; AM R25681-83 - Gamog, Karkar Island, (04o 42’ X 145o 56’) PNG 

coll 4/10/1965; AM R26000 - Karkar Island, PNG; AM R28678 - Gauben, Karkar Island, (04o 44’ X 145o 54’) 

PNG coll 22/8/1969; Ferguson Island, D’Entrecasteau Group 09o 30’ X 150o 42’; Goodenough Island, 

D’Entrecasteau Group 09o 31’ X 150o 20’; Milne Bay, PNG; Japen (=Jobi) Island; Ngauguli, Terangan 

Island; Tual, Kei-Delah Island; Langgur Island; Elat, Gross-Kei Island; Ambon Island; Wahai, Ceram Island; 

Misool Island; Ternate Island; Halmahera Island; Morotai Island; Bantam, Java; Buitenzorg, Java; Sumatra; 

Tanpora Island; Soron Island. Morphology discussed (adult and neonatal colouration) - Possible introduction 

to Java in 17-18th Centuries - Possible introduction to the Admiralty Islands - Reproduction noted (litter 

size)] 

456 Shea, G.M. 1986 Island herpetofaunas in New South Wales: A review. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 30-38 

[not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[Checklist of Reptiles from South Solitary Island, 30o 12’ X 153o 16’ NSW - Lialis burtonis (AM R11086). 

Checklist of Reptiles from Muttonbird Island, 30o 18’ X 153o 09’ NSW - Lialis burtonis; Physignathus 

lesueurii. Checklist of Reptiles and Amphibians from Broughton Island, 32o 37’ X 152o 19’ NSW - Ctenotus 

robustus (AM R5970); Ramphotyphlops nigrescens (AM R5975-76); Hemiaspis signata (AM R5522); 

Limnodynastes peronii (AM R5523, AM R5974); Possibly Pseudonaja textilis. Checklist of Reptiles from 

Boondelbah Island, 32o 42’ X 152o 14’ NSW - (Unidentified Scincidae). Checklist of Reptiles from Cabbage 

Tree Island, 32o 42’ X 152o 14’ NSW - Cacophis squamulosus (ANWC R132); Saiphos equalis (AM R17962 

- Reproduction noted). Checklist of Reptiles from Pulbah Island, Lake Macquarie, NSW 33o 06’ X 151o 36’- 

Saiphos equalis (AM R54589-90, Reproduction noted); Lampropholis delicata (AM R54602-611, 

Reproduction noted). Checklist of Reptiles from Lion Island, NSW 33o 34’ X 151o 19’ - Sphenomorphus 

quoyii (AM R15274, AM R19405, AM R74092); Saiphos equalis; Physignathus lesueurii (AM R19406, AM 

R74849-51, AM R74853) - Diet for P. lesueurii noted; Varanus varius; Ctenotus robustus (AM R65492). 

Checklist of Reptiles from Scotland Island, NSW 33o 39 X 151o 17’ - Cacophis squamulosus (AM R14666, 

pre Irvine; AM R41640 collected by Moodie, Feb. 1974; AM R104133 collected by Jim Lowry, 7/1/1982). 

Checklist of Reptiles from Dangar Island, NSW 33o 32’ X 151o 14’ - Cacophis squamulosus (AM R15079, 

pre N. French). Checklist of Reptiles from Long Island, NSW 33o 33’ X 151o 13’ - Ctenotus taeniolatus (AM 

R92291, collected by H.F. Recher 7/9/1979). Checklist of Reptiles from Milson Island, NSW 33o 31’ X 151o 

11’ - Carlia burnetti sydneyensis (AM R6076 - morphology discussed); Anomalopus swansoni (AM R4820, 

AM R6078). Checklist of Reptiles from Flinders Islet, Five Islands Group, 34o 27’ X 150o 56’ NSW - 

Lampropholis delicata (AM R61055, AM R61255, AM R61645, AM R64406, AM R60931, AM R64356, AM 

R61064, AM R61268, AM R60892, AM R61617, Diet determined by stomach contents analysis - Acarinid, 

Ixodes (?), ants, Lepidopteran larvae (?), Cactoblastis sp., Nymph of Lygaeid (Hemiptera), Isopods, 

Gryllotalpa, Arachnida; scalation and colour pattern recorded). Checklist of Reptiles from Martin Islet, Five 

Islands Group, 34o 29’ X 150o 56’ NSW - Saiphos equalis (AM R60607); Lampropholis delicata (AM 

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R60940, AM R64366; scalation and colour pattern recorded,Diet determined by stomach contents analysis - 

ants, Lepidopteran larvae, Aedes sp., Hymenoptera (Chalcidoid), Diptera, Arachnida, Colleoptera (Ptiliidae), 

Habitat also mentioned. Checklist of Reptiles from Bass Islet, Five Islands Group, 34o 28’ X 150o 57’ NSW 

- Lampropholis delicata (AM R61047, AM R69000, AM R61051, AM R60932, AM R61131, AM R61034, AM 

R61044, AM R61149-50, AM R61077, AM R61128, AM R64066-67, AM R64241-43, AM R64403-05, AM 

R64355, AM R64452 - Habitat, scalation and colour pattern recorded). Checklist of Reptiles from Big Island, 

Five Islands Group, 34o 29’ X 150o 56’ NSW - Sphenomorphus quoyii (AM R59500, AM R66849, AM 

R74085-91, AM R74095-106, AM R74107-110, AM R110634-36 Collected 19/11/1983 - scalation and 

reproduction noted); Sphenomorphus heatwolei (AM R74083 Collected 11/12/1938 S.J. Copland collection); 

Lampropholis delicata (AM R64415 - scalation and colour pattern recorded); (?) Amphibolurus muricatus 

(AM R74779). Checklist of Reptiles from Windang Island, NSW 34o 33’ X 150o 53’ - Sphenomorphus quoyii 

(AM R74125). Checklist of Reptiles from Bowen Island, 35o 07’ X 150o 46’ NSW - (Egernia sp. or 

Sphenomorphus quoyii (?). Checklist of Reptiles and Amphibians from Brush Island, 35o 32’ X 150o 25’ 

NSW - Ranidella signifera (AM R12280 - Reproduction noted); Leiolopisma platynotum (AM R12279). 

Checklist of Reptiles from Belowla Island, 35o 33’ X 150o 24’ NSW - Sphenomorphus quoyii. Checklist of 

Reptiles from The Tollgates Islets, 35o 45’ X 150o 16’ NSW - Sphenomorphus heatwolei (AM R5428-29). 

Checklist of Reptiles from Montagu Island, 36o 15’ X 150o 14’ NSW - Lampropholis guichenoti (AM 

R10024a-b, AM R61099, AM R64357; ANWC R1128, collected on 4/4/1974); Lampropholis delicata (AM 

R12278); Egernia whitii (ANWC R1126-27 collected 3/4/1974; ANWC R3185 collected 30/3/1981)] 

457 Shea, G.M. 1987 Notes on the biology of Paradelma orientalis. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 5-6 

[Colouration in life and defensive display described for Paradelma orientalis - from ca 7.5 km SSE of Moura, 

Qld] 

458 Shea, G.M. 1988 On the diet of the Sheoak Skink, Cyclodomorphus casuarinae. Herpetofauna, 18 

(1): 7-8 

[Diet in Cyclodomorphus casuarinae - The following prey noted by stomach contents analysis - molluscs 

(snails and slugs), Caterpillars, Coleoptera, Blattodea, Hemiptera, Orthoptera [Gryllidae], Isopoda, 

Diplopoda, Arachnida, Annelida (Oligochaeta), Reptilia (Drysdalia coronoides in stomach of Tasmanian 

specimen). Variation between diets of Tasmanian and NSW populations. General remarks on feeding 

behaviour, diet in relation to reproductive condition and habitat] 

459 Shea, G.M. 1988 Albinism in Blue-tongued Lizards (Scincidae: Tiliqua ). Herpetofauna, 18 

(2): 3-4 

[Records of albinistic specimens of Tiliqua scincoides scincoides - from Terrigal, NSW - AMR123996; 

Kirrawee, Sydney, NSW. Mention of albinism in Tiliqua rugosa asper - from Gilruth Plains, near Cunnamulla, 

Qld coll. M. Brooker (AM R65297), Tiliqua rugosa - from Little Desert, Victoria, Cacophis squamulosus, 

Cryptophis pallidiceps (NTM R8319), Hoplocephalus bitorquatus (NTM R0993); Mention of reproduction in 

Tiliqua scincoides] 

460 Shea, G.M. 1988 Book Review. ‘Gray’s Monitor Lizard’ by W. Auffenberg. Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 27- 

28 

461 Shea, G.M. and Wells, R.W. 1986 New records of a skink and a gecko from western New South 

Wales. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 1-4 [Authorship cited erroneously on ‘contents’ page as by G.M. Shea only, an 

error which incidently found its way into the Zoological Record also; not 1983 as printed on cover] 

[Distribution and habitat of Cyclodomorphus branchialis - recorded from 12.5 km north of Coonbah H/S, 

NSW 32o 53’ X 141o 36’ (AM R105443, AM R105446) - (first record from New South Wales); nearest 

records of Cyclodomorphus branchialis are from SA - Renmark region, SA 34o 10’ X 140o 45’ (AM R16110); 

Danggali Conservation Park 33o 34’ X 140o 56’, SA (SAM R15988, SAM R16666 a, b, SAM R17125); 

Baratta Station, 31o 55’ X 139o 05’, SA (SAM R14912); Paralana Hot Springs, 30o 11’ X 139o 27’ SA (SAM 

R10943-44); other records of Cyclodomorphus branchialis from Qld - 92 km west of Winton, 22o 14’ X 142o 

11’ (AM R72028-37, AM R73325); Distribution and habitat of Diplodactylus elderi - recorded from 12.5 km 

north of Coonbah H/S, NSW 32o 53’ X 141o 36’ AM R105442, AM R105447 collected Wells and Shea on 

14/1/82; Other records from NSW listed - from 36 km north, 3 km west of Wentworth, NSW (SAM R14182 

collected by H. Ehmann on 15/4/74) also known from 165 km north of Wentworth, NSW (AM R107884 

collected by G. Swan on 4/9/82) - other records of Diplodactylus elderi from SA - Renmark region, SA (AM 

R16111, AM R16984-87); Danggali Conservation Park 33o 34’ X 140o 56’, SA (SAM R16055, SAM 

R17117); Canopus Station, 33o 30’ X 140o 42’, SA (SAM R16098); Paralana Hot Springs, 30o 11’ X 139o 

27’ SA (SAM R10949-50) - Morphology of NSW population of Cyclodomorphus branchialis compared to 

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other populations, found to be most similar to nearby SA population. Reptile species observed at 12.5 km 

north of Coonbah H/S, NSW 32o 53’ X 141o 36’ - Cyclodomorphus branchialis, Diplodactylus elderi, Egernia 

inornata, Amphiblurus fordi, Heteronotia binoei ; Triodia as habitat for Reptiles in NSW is discussed - 

mention of 6 Triodia -linked species existing in NSW - Diplodactylus elderi, Cyclodomorphus branchialis, 

Delma australis, Amphibolurus fordi, Ctenotus atlas, Echiopsis curta, plus the possibility that the Triodia - 

inhabiting species Delma nasuta and Hemiergis millewae may also be discovered in NSW] 

462 Shea, G.M., Millgate, M. and Peck, S. 1987 A range extension for the rare skink Anomalopus 

mackayi. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 16-19 

[Distribution and habitat of Anomalopus mackayi - recorded from 6.9 km NNW of Wallangra, (via the Yetman 

road), NSW 29o 12’ X 150o 51’ (AM R118968-69) on 5/10/1986; 4.5 km NW of Wallangra, NSW (AM 

R123692-93, AM R123720, collected by R. Sadlier, G. Swan and M. Thurlow on 24/11/86); 0.9 km SE of 

Wallangra (on the Ashford road), NSW (AM R123667 collected R. Sadlier, G. Swan and M. Thurlow on 

24/11/86); Diet, feeding behaviour, reproduction, colouration in life, and conservation status mentioned; 

Systematics discussed (corrections to previously published localities); Comparison with distributions of 

Lerista punctatovittata and Anomalopus leuckartii] 

463 Shea, G.M., Weigel, J., Harwood, A., Floriani, H. and Hemsley, C. 1988 Notes on the herpetofauna 

of Mitchell Plateau, Western Australia. Results of the 1987 Australian Herpetological Society field trip to the 

Kimberleys. Herpetofauna, 18 (1): 9-20 [Checklist of Herpetofauna recorded from Mitchell Plateau airstrip, 

Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA - Cyclorana longipes, Litoria inermis, Heteronotia binoei, 

Rhynchoedura ornata (habitat data provided), Delma borea, Diporiphora albilabris albilabris (habitat data 

provided), Carlia amax (habitat data provided, egg-laying recorded), Carlia munda (habitat data provided, 

oviducal development noted), Ctenotus decaneurus (habitat data provided, escape behaviour described), 

Ctenotus robustus (activity, habitat data provided, colouration in life, comparison with Ctenotus borealis ), 

Sphenomorphus isolepis (activity, habitat data provided, tail-waving behaviour noted, oviducal development 

noted, morphological comparison with other populations). Checklist of Herpetofauna observed between 

Mitchell Plateau airstrip and Little Mertens Falls, Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, Western Australia - 

Cyclorana australis, Gehyra occidentalis, Diporiphora albilabris albilabris, Carlia amax, Ctenotus 

decaneurus, Morethia ruficauda ruficauda (habitat data provided), Varanus gouldii (habitat data provided), 

Styporhynchus mairii (activity). Checklist of Herpetofauna recorded from Little Mertens Falls, Mitchell 

Plateau, northern Kimberleys, Western Australia - Crinia bilingua, Litoria cavernicola, Litoria inermis, Litoria 

meiriana (habitat data provided, mention of predation by ants), Litoria rothi, Litoria splendida, Chelodina 

rugosa, Crocodylus johnstoni, Crenadactylus ocellatus naso (habitat data provided, reproduction, 

morphology of tail), Gehyra xenopus (habitat data provided, reproduction, colouration in life noted), 

Heteronotia binoei (habitat data provided), Oedura filicipoda (habitat data provided, activity, defensive 

behaviour - comparison to Underwoodisaurus and Gehyra xenopus ), Oedura rhombifer (mating noted; 

comparison with Oedura obscura ), Pseudothecadactylus lindneri cavaticus (habitat data provided, 

colouration in life), Delma borea, Diporiphora bennettii, Lophognathus gilberti gilberti, Carlia johnstonei 

(activity, habitat data provided, oviducal development noted, tail-waving behaviour observed), Carlia 

triacantha, Ctenotus inornatus (activity, colouration in life), Morethia ruficauda ruficauda, Notoscincus 

wotjulum (activity; habitat data provided), Varanus glebopalma, Varanus mertensi (activity, habitat data 

provided), Liasis sp. (fuscus or olivaceus - not collected). Checklist of Herpetofauna observed at Mitchell 

Falls, Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, Western Australia - Crinia bilingua, Megistolotis lignarius (noted 

calling in Mitchell River), Notaden sp. nov., Uperoleia minima, Litoria cavernicola (habitat data provided, 

noted calling - call compared to that of Litoria caerulea ), Litoria coplandi (habitat data provided, noted 

calling), Litoria meiriana, Litoria rothi (habitat data provided, noted calling), Litoria splendida (Habit data 

provided, activity), Litoria wotjulumensis (habitat data provided), Chelodina rugosa, Emydura victoriae 

(behavioural notes), Crocodylus johnstoni, Crenadactylus ocellatus naso, Diplodactylus mcmillani (habitat 

data provided, colouration in life), Gehyra occidentalis (activity), Gehyra xenopus, Oedura filicipoda, Oedura 

gracilis [oviducal eggs recorded; habitat data provided, activity, colouration in life), Oedura obscura (activity, 

egg-laying recorded), Pseudothecadactylus lindneri cavaticus, Diporiphora bennettii (habitat data provided, 

activity, oviducal eggs noted), Diporiphora superba (activity, habitat data provided), Lophognathus gilberti 

gilberti (activity), Carlia johnstonei, Carlia triacantha (activity, habitat data provided, oviducal development 

recorded, sympatry with Carlia johnstonei ), Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus (habitat data provided, 

colouration in life), Ctenotus inornatus, Morethia ruficauda ruficauda, Sphenomorphus isolepis, Varanus 

glauerti (habitat data provided, activity), Varanus glebopalma (activity, habitat data provided), Varanus 

mertensi, Liasis childreni (habitat data provided, activity, feeding behaviour recorded- observed eating Bat), 

Dendrelaphis punctulatus (activity), Pseudechis australis (activity, habitat, collection of Holotype of Cannia 

weigeli - Cannia weigeli synonymised with Pseudechis australis - but no supporting original data provided)] 

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464 Shea, G.M. (Editor) 1982 Observations on some members of the genus Tiliqua. Herpetofauna, 13 

(2): 18-20 

[General notes on Tiliqua gerrardii (from Bundaberg, Qld, Currumbin, Qld, Coffs Harbour, NSW) - 

Reproduction (litter size; diet of neonates), diet, behaviour, activity; predation on Tiliqua gerrardii by Cat at 

Coffs Harbour, NSW also reported. General notes on Tiliqua scincoides - Distribution noted (species 

recorded from Turramurra, NSW; Adelaide, SA; West Pennant Hills, NSW; Condell Park, NSW); 

Reproduction noted (incl. sexual maturity); diet (fed on Lampropholis mustelina in captivity); territoriality 

reported; life span discussed; hybridisation with Tiliqua nigrolutea also reported. Reproduction, diet and 

sloughing noted in Tiliqua nigrolutea. Reproductive note (Litter size) for Tiliqua casuarinae - from Wattagan 

State Forest, NSW; another Tiliqua casuarinae from Dapto, NSW reported to have produced young; 

cannibalistic behaviour in Tiliqua casuarinae also noted. Sloughing in Tiliqua rugosa mentioned. Nocturnal 

activity in Tiliqua multifasciata reported] 

465 Sheargold, Tony 1979 Notes on the reproduction of Children’s Pythons (Liasis childreni) Gray 1842. 


[Captive egg-laying and hatching of Liasis childreni reported] 

466 Shine, R. 1986 Book Review. T. Phelps, ‘Poisonous Snakes’. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 22 [not 1983 as 


467 Slater, K.R. 1963 Reptiles in New Guinea. Herpetofauna, May, 1963: 8-13 

[Extract from original article that appeared in 1961 ‘Australian Territories’, 1 (5)] 

468 Smith, J. 1979 Notes on incubation and hatching of eggs of the Eastern Water Dragon. 


[Incubation and hatching of eggs of Physignathus lesueurii reported] 

469 Smith, K. 1952 Members Notes. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (1): 2 [unpaginated] 

[Demansia psammophis - from Norah Head, NSW - mention of sloughing] 

470 [Smith, M.] 1952 Locomotion in snakes. Australian Reptile Club Journal, 1 (3): 3 [Extract from 

‘British Reptiles and Amphibians’ by Malcom Smith (1951)] 

471 [Smith, M.] 1954 British Reptiles and Amphibians. Reptilia, 1 (3-4): 1 page [Extract from 

‘British Reptiles and Amphibians’ by Malcom Smith (1951)] 

472 Softly, A. 1974 The unsuspected poison potential of an indigenous frog. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 18-20 

[Toxicology investigated in Heleioporus eyrei, Heleioporus inornatus, Heleioporus albopunctatus, 

Heleioporus psammophilus, Heleioporus barycragus; Heleioporus australiacus has not yet investigated but 

likely to secrete toxin - warning on handling burrowing frogs, ‘treat any dermal exudate on the animal as 

potentially lethal’ - Mention that Bufo marinus does not occur in Western Australia - Heleioporus spp. toxin 

glands are dorsally situated, are not visible externally and the white, viscous toxin cannot be extruded by 

external mechanical or any known chemical stimulation; neuro-trigger mechanism for secretion of toxin 

suspected - toxin similar in structure and function to Bufotoxin. Western Australian Heleioporus spp. males 

commence calling in April from fresh shallow burrows, females joining the male and eggs being laid in the 

burrow (breeding dictated by onset of winter rains); air-temps. during breeding range from 5-23 C., and eggs 

take only about 11 days to hatch] 

473 Softly, A. 1975 Carnac Island - An ecological oddity. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 8-11 

[Ecological notes on Carnac Island, WA - once part of WA coast, isolated ca 12 000 ybp by rising sea level, 

forming chain of three islands, others being Rottnest Island, and Garden Island - differences between 

islands’ fauna noted - on Carnac I. only Notechis scutatus occidentalis occurs, whereas on Rottnest only 

Pseudonaja nuchalis affinis occurs, while on Garden I. only Morelia spilotes variegata occurs - Carnac Is. is 

16 hectares in area, rises to 50 m. above sea level and designated a Fauna Reserve - Introduced Mus 

musculus abundant on island - Egernia kingii diet noted (eat plant life and Mus musculus ) - Notechis 

scutatus occidentalis diet noted (eat Mus musculus and sea gull hatchlings during seabird nesting periods) - 

Notechis scutatus occidentalis - produce less venom, are smaller, darker and lighter on Carnac Island, than 

population on adjacent mainland - captive Carnac Island specimens cannot be induced to eat frogs, 

prefering mice - Notechis scutatus occidentalis on Carnac Island utilise seabird (Puffinus pacificus) burrows 

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as retreats; notes that this use of seabird burrows also occurs in the Furneaux Group populations of 

Notechis - population of Notechis scutatus occidentalis on Carnac Island estimated at 400-600 - Egernia 

kingii population on Carnac Is. estimated at ca 2000 - Mus musculus population on Carnac Is. est. at ca 100 

000 - Carnac Is. is subject to increased pressures from weekend pleasure boating from nearby Fremantle, 

the introduction of rabbits, and pollution from heavy industry on adjacent mainland - considers that the 

Recherche Archipelago, WA is safe owing to dangerous seas between the islands and mainland, but Carnac 

is very vulnerable because of safe waters so has had many visitors - impact not as great as had been 

feared, but signage warning of Tiger Snakes may have prevented a lot of human interference on the island - 

resident sea lions (Neophoca cinerea) are unperturbed by visitors - oil pollution significant problem for 

seabirds, each year penguins, Eudyptula minor, are found coated in oil. Greatest threat to Carnac Island is 

considered introduction of rabbits - introduced by two fishermen as game, first report in 1963 and by 1967 

several acres of vegetation eaten out - threat of denudation of entire island’s vegetation by rabbits in further 

five years at rate of destruction was averted - carrots were baited with 1080 placed on island, but failed to 

eradicate rabbits, so the Agricultural Protection Board recommended the destruction of all surface 

vegetation before the onset of Winter rains - the Army used flame-throwers to burn out the entire island, and 

one week later the island was strewn with half a ton of poisoned carrots, which in turn were eaten by rabbits 

- after 3 years vegetation has regenerated, and no more rabbits have been observed] 

474 Sonnemann, N. 1973 Area survey. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 9-11 

[Checklist of Reptiles known from Beechworth area, Victoria - Tiliqua scincoides, Tiliqua nigrolutea, 

Sphenomorphus quoyii, Sphenomorphus tympanum, Egernia striolata, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Ctenotus 

lesueurii, Lerista bougainvillii, Leiolopisma delicata, Hemiergis decresiensis, Varanus varius, Delma fraseri, 

Amphibolurus muricatus, Amphibolurus barbatus, Diplodactylus vittatus, Phyllodactylus marmoratus, 

Pseudechis porphyriacus, Pseudonaja textilis, Notechis scutatus, Austrelaps superba, Denisonia flagellum, 

Morelia spilotes variegata (Wangaratta Ranges, Vic), Ramphotyphlops nigrescens, Chelodina longicollis, 

Chelodina expansa] 

475 Sonnemann, N. 1974 Notes on Delma fraseri in the north-east of Victoria. Herpetofauna, 7 (1): 15 

[General biological notes for Delma fraseri (= Delma inornata) - from 10 km S. of Beechworth, Vic - habitat 

described (cleared grazing land with scattered trees, rotting logs, slate rock) - seasonal use of habitat 

described (Summer retreats used are logs, wood fence posts on ground or beneath large slabs of slate; in 

leaf-litter at base of isolated trees in paddocks; in Winter found inside decaying logs, or in crevices formed 

by wooden fence-posts and ground, at least 30 cm depth from surface) - diet noted (wholly insectivorous; 

wings of Common Brown Butterfly, Heteronympha m. merope and remains of grasshoppers found in 

occupied retreat beneath slab of slate amonst grass; captive specimens ate termites, small spiders, 

grasshoppers and cockroaches) - vocalisation reported (in captivity aggressive to others of same species; 

fights common amongst adults; juveniles have been observed to attack small skinks in same cage, by 

raising anterior of body off ground and striking repeatedly) - reproduction noted (2 eggs laid on 10 January in 

captivity; laid in depression in leaf-litter; failed to hatch)] 

476 Stammer, D. 1983 Varanus tristis orientalis. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 91 

[Varanus tristis orientalis - from Mt Isa, Qld - an important correction to a previously published statement 

regarding habitat in the book ‘Around Mt Isa’] 

477 Stammer, D. 1988 Hatching and home range activities in juvenile Cryptoblepharus virgatus. 


[Egg-laying site, and hatching of Cryptoblepharus virgatus - from Cronulla, Sydney, NSW - Home range of 

juveniles also mentioned. Hatching of eggs and size of juveniles of Lampropholis guichenoti - from Cronulla, 

Sydney, NSW - also mentioned] 

478 Stephenson, G. 1977 Notes on Tiliqua gerrardii in captivity. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 4-5 

[Behaviour, feeding, growth and reproduction of Tiliqua gerrardii] 

479 Stopford, J. 1980 Unusual food intake of a Diamond Python. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 35 

[Morelia s. spilotes - from St Albans, NSW - Diet reported (Foreign objects regurgitated after capture)] 

480 [Swan, G.] 1971 Editorial. Herpetofauna, 3 (1): 1 [AHS News - Request to members to contribute 

articles for publication - Criticism of the lack of Society’s records over the years - Original Meeting to form 

the Australian Reptile Club took place on 28 February, 1950, with 8 persons in attendence - Plea for 

members to document observations and compile reports on researches] 

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481 [Swan, G.] 1971 Notes on the growth of juvenile Denisonia signata. Herpetofauna, 3 (1): 7-8 

[unpaginated] 

[Denisonia signata - from Oxford Falls, NSW - Reproduction reported - collected 8/11/69, 18’ in length, and 

in gravid condition - Juvenile born 1500 hrs 7/3/70 (5.5’ length, ate Lampropholis skink 3 hrs later). Female 

fed on two skinks on 8/3/70, then gave birth to 5 more juveniles on 9/3/70 (4 alive, each ca 5.5’ in length, 1 

dead 4.5’ in length thought to be premature) - all juveniles sloughed within a few hours of birth, skin in 

pieces, not entire - two juveniles kept ceased feeding in May, 1970 and hibernated - feeding resumed on 6 

September, 1970 - diet is only skinks (various insects, tadpoles and fish, Gambusia sp. offerred but not 

taken) - a caterpillar placed with juveniles as potential food, actually attempted to eat one of the snakes 

(scar still visible on snake after five sloughs) - rate of growth of one juvenile noted (7/3/70 - 5.5’; 12/4/70 - 

6.25’; 4/7/70 - 7’; 27/1/71 - 9’) - frequency of sloughing also noted] 

482 Swan, G. 1971 [No title]. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 1 

[AHS News - Eric Worrell accepted position of Patron of the AHS; Society lapel badge available at $1 each] 

483 [Swan, G.] 1971 Report on Field Trip to Mt. White. 18 th July, 1971. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 6-7 

[Mt. White, NSW - Narrative report of official AHS field trip; Brian Lazell mentioned and Richard Wells was 

recorder of observations) - Ctenotus taeniolatus and Oedura lesueurii abundant, two Furina diadema 

observed - Gerry Swan bitten by Demansia psammophis] 

484 Swan, G. 1972 Observations on birth of Bluetongues. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 9 

[Notes on reproduction of Tiliqua scincoides - female in captivity 4 years gave birth to young on 3 

consecutive years (7 young on 7/2/1970, 15 young born on 21/2/71 and17 young born on 14/3/72) - notes 

times of birth of young born 14/3/72 (between 1430-1735 hrs) - 11 appeared head first, 6 coiled in 

developmental position inside embryonic sacs - all immediately attempted to consume yolk sacs, but some 

unsuccessful - female showed no interest in young during or after birth] 

485 [Swan, G.] 1973 Editorial. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 2 

[AHS News - Reptiles - Conservation (critical of over-collecting practices in past; uses the R. Wells 

preserved reptile collection ‘ which came from backyard zoos and the like around Sydney’ as an example of 

the number of reptiles that must have perished under captive conditions in the past)] 

486 [Swan, G.] 1973 Slide Library. Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 17 

[AHS News - Notice of intention to build slide library on reptiles and other fauna as reference source for 

lectures] 

487 Swan, G. 1975 Notes on the incubation and hatching of eggs of the Green Tree Snake 

(Dendrelaphis punctulatus). Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 18-20 

[Reproduction noted for Dendrelaphis punctulatus - gravid female collected 16/11/70 laid 14 eggs on 

22/12/70 over period of about 2 hrs - incubation of eggs by using Bustard’s method for Amphibolurus 

barbatus barbatus eggs - egg measurements provided - at laying, then on 10/1/71, 19/2/71, 13/3/71) - eggs 

incubated in three groups under different conditions - one was terminated almost fully formed on 13/3/71, 2 

others had developed mould and were discarded - 11 eggs hatched successfully - hatching commenced on 

8/4/71, continuing until 12/4/71 - order of hatching in relation to egg number and incubation conditions, and 

emergence times and sizes at hatching recorded - lengths at hatching ranged from 306 mm - 357mm - one 

kept for growth record data on growth, sloughing and feeding from 8/4/71-12/11/72; Diet of juvenile recorded 

(Lampropholis guichenoti, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Oedura lesueurii, Litoria caerulea - larvae and juveniles, 

Crinia signifera - larvae and adults, Heleioporus australiacus - larvae and juveniles, and Litoria peronii eaten 

in captivity] 

488 Swan, G. 1988 A note on a winter aggregation of Lampropholis mustelina. Herpetofauna, 18 (1): 21- 

22 

[Aggregative behaviour noted in Lampropholis mustelina] 

489 Swan, Geoff 1990 Aprasia parapulchella. Herpetofauna, 19 (2): front cover [photo and caption] 

[Distribution and habitat mentioned for Aprasia parapulchella] 

490 Swan, J. 1986 The Freckled Tree Monitor Varanus tristis orientalis. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): front cover 

[photo and caption; not 1983 as printed on cover] 

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[Varanus tristis orientalis - from northeastern NSW - photograph] 

491 Swan, M. 1983 Notes on the Half-girdled Snake Simoselaps semifasciatus (Gunther). Herpetofauna, 

14 (2): 93-94 

[Simoselaps semifasciatus - from near Yanchep, WA - Diet recorded (Feeding on reptile eggs). Species list 

of burrowing Elapidae recorded between Perth and Yanchep, WA 31o 33’ X 115o 41’ - Simoselaps 

semifasciatus, Simoselaps fasciolatus, Simoselaps bertholdi, Neelaps calonotus, Neelaps bimaculatus] 

492 Tasoulis, T. 1980 Range extension for Amphibolurus diemensis. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 27 

[Distribution of Amphibolurus diemensis - Dungowan Dam, NSW 31o 13’ X 151o 06’, ca 25 km SE of 

Tamworth, NSW. Distribution on New England Tablelands noted in Austrelaps superbus, Drysdalia 

coronoides, Sphenomorphus tympanum, Tiliqua casuarinae, Tiliqua nigrolutea] 

493 Tasoulis, T. 1986 Observations on the Lace Monitor, Varanus varius. Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 25 [not 


[Varanus varius - from Black Knob Trail, Chichester State Forest, NSW - Mating in wild observed] 

494 Tasoulis, T. 1986 Oviparity in the Elapid Cacophis squamulosus. Herpetofauna, 15 (2): 49 [not 1984 

as printed on cover] 

[Cacophis squamulosus - from Chichester State Forest, NSW - Egg-laying reported; Diet mentioned 

(refused to eat Sphenomorphus quoyii)] 

495 Taylor, J.A. 1986 Burrow construction and utilisation by the lizard Ctenotus taeniolatus. 


[Ctenotus taeniolatus - Burrow construction and utilisation, thermoregulatory significance noted; 

Lampropholis guichenoti and Lampropholis delicata - Syntopic with Ctenotus taeniolatus at study site] 

496 Thomas, B.W. 1983 A review of the herpetofauna of southern New Zealand with some taxonomic 

considerations. Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 22-34 [not 1982 as printed] 

[Distribution in southern NZ of Litoria ewingi, Sphenodon punctatus, Leiolopisma otagense, Leiolopisma 

grande (conservation, morphology and habitat also noted), Leiolopisma lineoocellatum (morphology 

mentioned), Leiolopisma chloronoton, Leiolopisma acrinasum, Hoplodactylus maculatus, Hoplodactylus 

granulatus, Hoplodactylus rakiurae, Heteropholis gemmeus. Leiolopisma otagense waimatense - taxonomy, 

morphology, ecology and diet (reported eating Heteropholis stellatus ). Sphenodon punctatus - fossil 

material noted;. Leiolopisma nigriplantare maccanni - distribution and morphology noted; Leiolopisma 

grande waimatense - taxonomy discussed; Leiolopisma otagense otagense - taxonomy, morphology, 

ecology and habitat noted. Leiolopisma chloronoton - morphology, ecology and habitat noted. Leiolopisma 

acrinasum - morphology, ecology, diet and habitat noted. Hoplodactylus maculatus - morphology, ecology, 

aggregative behaviour and habitat noted. Hoplodactylus granulatus - morphology and habitat noted. 

Hoplodactylus rakiurae - conservation needs, behaviour, and habitat noted (inhabits same area as the 

Kakapo Strigops habroptilus ). Heteropholis gemmeus - morphology and habitat noted. Leiolopisma 

otagense otagense and Leiolopisma acrinasum - conservation needs discussed. Leiolopisma acrinasum - 

predation (by Rattus norvegicus ). Hoplodactylus maculatus - predation noted (eaten by the Weka, 

Gallirallus australis ). Hoplodactylus rakiurae - predation noted (eaten by Felis catus )] 

497 Thompson, M.B. 1979 Tortoise egg predation at Lake Bonney, South Australia. Herpetofauna, 11 

(1): 25-26 

[Emydura macquarii - from Lake Bonney, near Barmera, South Australia - Predation on eggs by Foxes, 

Vulpes vulpes] 

498 Tilbrook, J. 1972 Letters to the Editor. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 19-20 

[Nutrition and diseases of Reptilia - request for case histories, specimens, information] 

499 Tilbrook, J. 1972 Ulcerative stomatitis. Herpetofauna, 5 (3): 18-22 

[Disease of captive Physignathus lesueurii howitti - Ulcerative stomatitis diagnosed, probably caused by 

Aeromonas hydrophila bacteria - treated successfully with chloramphenicol - considers that correct 

diagnosis difficult, and often only after complications like Pneumonia set in). Tympanocryptus lineata 

tetraporiphora - Diseases noted (mouth infection occurred after being bitten on jaw by juvenile Blue-tongue 

skink). Bearded Dragon (Amphibolurus barbatus ?) - reports case of ulcerative stomatitis - but treatment 

failed] 

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500 Tilbrook, J. 1973 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 25 

[Pseudechis porphyriacus - Parasites reported (post mortem on gravid female - from Yea, Victoria - revealed 

death due to nasal fluke - thought to be Ochetosoma sp.; sp. also had many skinworms - spargana present - 

harmless to reptile, but dangerous to man, so warrants caution; many ticks on specimen also - Aponomma 

fimbriatim ) - treatment for parasites reported (for ticks bath snake in 1% solution of Malathion - proved 

successful at Melbourne Zoo - control mites by hanging ‘Shelltox’ pest strip in cage but not over water - have 

been found to be harmless to reptiles, but warns to be cautious as have proven effects on other animals] 

501 Trood, G. 1970 Feeding reptiles. Herpetofauna, 2 (2): 2-3 

[Captive husbandry of Reptiles discussed - critical of lack of adequate care for captive reptiles - breeding 

mealworms as food for lizards - catching flying insects by light trap - warning on the feeding Guinea Pigs to 

large reptiles as very coarse hair ‘tends to constipate the reptile if they are eaten consistently’ - instructions 

for setting up a breeding colony of mice] 

502 Turner, G. 1986 Defence mechanisms in Unechis flagellum (McCoy). Herpetofauna, 16 (1): 28-29 


[Unechis flagellum - Defensive behaviour reported] 

503 Turner, G. 1986 Captive breeding of Unechis flagellum. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 53-54 [not 1985 as 


[Mating, gestation period and birth of young reported for Unechis flagellum - from Bundoora, Vic 37o 45’ X 

144o 58’ - Diet and morphology of juveniles also discussed] 

504 Turner, G. 1987 Unusual case of cannibalism. Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 29 

[Unechis flagellum - birth of young reported. Diet (Cannibalism noted)] 

505 Turner, G. 1989 Observations of Unechis flagellum (Elapidae). Herpetofauna, 19 (1): 1-7 

[Unechis flagellum - from Bundoora, Victoria 37o 45’ X 144o 03’ - Habitat and diet noted (Leiolopisma 

duperreyi, Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii, Lampropholis guichenoti, Lerista bougainvillii, Phyllodactylus 

marmoratus, cannibalism on Unechis flagellum ). General notes on feeding behaviour, growth, sexual 

maturity, mating, gestation periods, birth of young and sexual dimorphism. Colouration in life described, 

escape behaviour microhabitat utilisation and sloughing noted. Pseudonaja textilis - from Bundoora, Victoria 

37o 45’ X 144o 03’ - Sympatry with Unechis flagellum recorded] 

506 Twigg, L.E. 1988 A note on agonistic behaviour in Lace Monitors Varanus varius. Herpetofauna, 18 

(1): 23-25 

[Varanus varius - from Myall Lakes National Park, NSW - Agonistic behaviour recorded] 

507 Van der Straaten, M. 1972 The terrarium. Herpetofauna, 4 (4): 7-9 

[Captive husbandry of Reptiles - snakes - many conflicting opinions as to best methods for housing captive 

snakes - best to have dry cage, with access to a draught-protected dark area, and clean drinking water - 

changes water with tube from outside to minimize disturbance - describes cage design that he found 

successful - considers high humidity essential - has kept many species, including Stegonotus modestus and 

Natrix mairii in captivity in Sydney] 

508 [Verhagen, J.] 1972 Snakes and Ladders. Herpetofauna, 5 (1): 24 

[Cryptophis nigrescens - Diet reported (disgorged a Pygopus lepidopodus after collecting); the same 

Cryptophis nigrescens later ate a Swamp Snake Hemiaspis signata in captivity] 

509 Ward, D.L. 1987 A demonstration of homing in the Rocket Frog, Litoria nasuta (Amphibia: Hylidae). 


[Litoria nasuta - from Crowdy Head, NSW 31o 51’ X 152o 45’ - Activity pattern noted (home range)] 

510 Ward, D.L. and Carter, D.B. 1988 Carrion feeding in Varanus varius - Notes from a field study. 


[Varanus varius - from Deura National Park, NSW - Diet recorded (carrion feeding on dead Varanus varius ). 

Reproductive condition noted] 

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511 Watchman, G. 1979 A captive breeding record of the skink Leiolopisma otagense. Herpetofauna, 10 

(2): 15-16 

[Mating, birth of young in captivity and diet of Leiolopisma otagense recorded] 

512 Webb, G.A. 1983 Diet in a herpetofaunal community on the Hawkesbury Sandstone Formation in 

the Sydney Area. Herpetofauna, 14 (2): 87-91 

[Herpetofauna of the Glenorie area, ca 50 km NW of Sydney, NSW - Dietary study through examination of 

stomach contents of wild specimens - Amphibolurus barbatus and Leiolopisma platynota were recorded in 

the area, but no diet details were provided. A number of other species were collected in pit-traps filled with 

formalin and revealed the following diets upon examination of stomach contents: Heleioporus australiacus - 

contained Arachnida, Woodlice, Cockroaches, Coleoptera, Hymenoptera (ants), Orthoptera, Centipedes, 

Millipedes, unspecified larvae); Pseudophryne australis - Mites, Pseudoscorpions, Collembolans, 

Hymenoptera (ants), Termites; Pseudophyrne bibronii - Termites; Uperoleia sp. - Arachnida (spiders and 

mites), Pseudoscorpions, Gastropoda, Cockroaches, Collembolans, Coleoptera, Earwigs, Diptera, 

Webspinners, Hemiptera, Hymenoptera (Ants, wasps), Termites, Lepidoptera, Orthoptera, Thrips, 

Centipedes, Millipedes, unspecified larvae; Amphibolurus diemensis - Cockroaches, Hymenoptera (ants); 

Diplodactylus vittatus - Arachnida, Cockroaches; Pygopus lepidopodus - Arachnida; Carlia burnettii - 

Arachnida, Cockroaches, Coleoptera; Cryptoblepharus virgatus - Arachnida, Cockroaches, Hemiptera, 

Hymenoptera (wasps); Ctenotus taeniolatus - Arachnida, Coleoptera, Diptera, Hemiptera, Hymenoptera 

(ants and wasps), Orthoptera, Millipedes; Lampropholis delicata - Arachnida (Spiders), Coleoptera, 

Hymenoptera (ants); Sphenomorphus tenuis - Coleoptera; Tiliqua scincoides - Millipede] 

513 Webb, G.A. 1986 A supernumerary limb in the Spotted Grass Frog, Limnodynastes tasmaniensis. 


[Limnodynastes tasmaniensis - from Bondi State Forest, near Bombala, NSW 37o 09’ X 149o 09’ - 

Abnormalities (supernumerary limb); Mention of supernumerary limbs in Limnodynastes peronii also] 

514 Webb, G.A. 1987 Stomach contents of some reptiles killed on roads in the Bombala area, New 

South Wales. Herpetofauna, 17 (1): 7-8 

[Austrelaps superbus - from 10 km E. of Bombala (on Burrimbucco Rd), New South Wales - (contained 

Lampropholis guichenoti, Lampropholis entrecasteauxii ). Pseudechis porphyriacus - from Waratah Gully, 

Coolangubra State Forest, Bombala area, NSW - had eaten Tiliqua nigrolutea and Sphenomorphus 

tympanum . Tiliqua nigrolutea - from Bondi State Forest, Bombala area, NSW - had eaten Curculionidae, 

Tenebrionidae, Scarabaeidae (Anoplognathus suturalis and Melolonthinae), Carabidae, Chrysomelidae 

(Paropsini), Hymenoptera (ant), Cicadas (adults and nymphs), Lepidoptera (larva), Millipede, Fungi, 

Lampropholis delicata, and mammal bones/hair)] 

515 Webb, G.A. 1987 A note on the distribution and diet of the Giant Burrowing Frog, Heleioporus 

australiacus (Shaw and Nodder, 1795) (Anura: Myobatrachidae). Herpetofauna, 17 (2): 20-21 

[Heleioporus australiacus - Distribution mapped in southeastern NSW (but no actual localities are reported 

other than from Bondi State Forest, NSW - Diet noted in wild (recorded Coleoptera (Carabidae; 

Curculionidae), Hymenoptera (ants), Lepidoptera, and Arachnida (Centipede)] 

516 Webb, G.A. 1990 Notes on the biology and conservation of Philoria spagnicolus (Moore, 1958) 

(Anura: Myobatrachidae). Herpetofauna, 19 (2): 1-6 [Philoria spagnicolus - from Mt Boss State Forest, near 

Wauchope, NSW-Habitat; Effects of Logging; Diet (in wild-Arachnida (mites, Pseudoscorpions, 

Harvestmen), Crustaceans (slaters), Collembola, Hymenoptera (Ants and Wasps), Coleoptera (adults and 

larva), and Millipedes); Parasitology-Parasitic Nematodes reported in stomach; Distribution records listed 

(Near Point Lookout, 2 km west of Barwick River, (30 29’ X 152 24’) NSW; Near Point Lookout, in Styx River 

State Forest, (30o 29’ X 152o 24’) NSW; Point Lookout Road, New England Plateau, NSW; Point Lookout, 

near Ebor, NSW; Point Lookout, New England Nation Park, (30o 29’ X 152o 24’) NSW; Dorrigo National 

Park, (30o 22’ X 152o 44’) NSW; Crystal Shower Falls, Dorrigo National Park, NSW; Mt Boss, Mt Boss State 

Forest, (31o 12’ X 152o 23’) NSW; Forbes River, Mt Boss State Forest, (31o 20’ X 152o 20’) NSW; Waterfall 

Forest Reserve, Mt Boss State Forest, (31o 12’ X 152o 20’) NSW; South Plateau Rd., Mt Boss State Forest, 

(31o 12’ X 152o 20’) NSW; Valley Road, Mt Boss State Forest, (31o 12’ X 152o 22’) NSW; Banda Flora 

Reserve, Mt Boss State Forest, (31o 10’ X 152o 24’) NSW;Cockerawombeeba Rd., Mt Boss State Forest, 

(31o 10’ X 152o 22’) NSW; Thumb Rd., Mt Boss State Forest, (31o 09’ X 152o 21’) NSW; 2 km south of 

Elands, (31o 39’ X 152o 18’) NSW; Boorgana Nature Reserve, (31o 36’ X 152o 28’) NSW; Williams River, 

Barrington Tops National Park (32o 10’ X 152o 32’) NSW);Conservation status of Philoria spagnicolus 

compared with Philoria loveridgei, Philoria frosti, Heleioporus australiacus, Arenophryne rotunda] 

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517 Webb, G.A. and Chapman, W.S. 1986 Nocturnal road basking by gravid female Cacophis 

squamulosus and Cryptophis nigrescens (Serpentes: Elapidae). Herpetofauna, 15 (1): 24 [not 1983 as 


[Cacophis squamulosus - from Mt Boss State Forest, NSW - Nocturnal road basking by gravid female, 

mention of clutch size and hatching of eggs; Diet in captivity (ate Lampropholis guichenoti ). Cryptophis 

nigrescens - from Mt Boss State Forest, NSW - Nocturnal road basking by gravid female noted but no other 

data provided] 

518 Webb, G.A. and Rose, A.B. 1986 The food of some Australian snakes. Herpetofauna, 16 (1): 21-27 


[A dietary study was undertaken by stomach contents analysis on species of snakes found dead in the wild. 

Morelia spilotes spilotes - Diet (Rattus rattus, Rattus fuscipes, Mus musculus, Pseudocheirus peregrinus, 

Trichosurus vulpecula (?), Perameles nasuta) ; Morelia spilotes spilotes - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase 

National Park, Sydney, NSW; Turramurra, Sydney, NSW; Mt Colah, Sydney, NSW; Berowra, Sydney, NSW; 

Mt White, Gosford district, NSW; Nowra, NSW; Gloucester, NSW; Ben Boyd National Park, Eden, NSW. 

Morelia spilotes variegata - Diet (Oryctolagus cuniculus ); Morelia spilotes variegata - Recorded from Griffith, 

NSW; Dorrigo, NSW. Boiga irregularis - Diet (Nymphicus hollandicus ); Boiga irregularis - Recorded from 

Terry Hills, Sydney, NSW; Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW; Bellingen, NSW. Dendrelaphis punctulatus - 

Diet (unidentified skinks, Lampropholis delicata, unidentified frog); Dendrelaphis punctulatus - Recorded 

from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW; Mt Colah, Sydney, NSW; St Ives, Sydney, NSW; 

Cumberland State Forest, Sydney, NSW. Acanthophis antarcticus - Diet (unidentified frog, Lampropholis 

mustelina, Rattus rattus, unidentified skink, bird feather); Acanthophis antarcticus - Recorded from Ku-ringgai 

Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW; Dharug National Park, Gosford District, NSW. Austrelaps superbus 

- Diet (Elaterid Beetle); Austrelaps superbus - Recorded from Cooma, NSW; Bondi State Forest, near 

Bombala, NSW. Cacophis squamulosus - Diet (unidentified skink scales, Lampropholis delicata, Saiphos 

equalis ); Cacophis squamulosus - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW; St Ives, 

Sydney, NSW; Avalon, Sydney, NSW; Turramurra, Sydney, NSW; Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW; 

Dorrigo, NSW; Mt Boss State Forest, near Wauchope, NSW. Cryptophis nigrescens - Diet (Unidentified 

skink, Lampropholis guichenoti ); Cryptophis nigrescens - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, 

Sydney, NSW; Cowan, Sydney, NSW; Dora Dora State Forest, Albury, NSW; Mt Boss State Forest, near 

Wauchope, NSW. Demansia psammophis - Diet (Unidentified Scincidae, Lampropholis guichenoti, 

Lampropholis mustelina, 15 Eggs of Scincidae); Demansia psammophis - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase 

National Park, Sydney, NSW; Wahroonga, Sydney, NSW; Hornsby, Sydney, NSW; Muogomarra Nature 

Reserve, Sydney, NSW; Brisbane Waters National Park, Gosford, NSW; Warrumbungle National Park, 

Coonabarabran, NSW; Cocoparra Nature Reserve, Griffith, NSW. Denisonia devisi - Recorded from 

Quambone, NSW. Drysdalia coronoides - Diet (Lampropholis mustelina ); Drysdalia coronoides - Recorded 

from Bondi State Forest, near Bombala, NSW. Furina diadema - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National 

Park, Sydney, NSW. Hemiaspis signata - Diet (unidentified Scincidae, Saiphos equalis ); Hemiaspis signata 

- Recorded from Wahroonga, Sydney, NSW; Dorrigo, NSW; Kempsey, NSW. Hoplocephalus stephensi - 

Diet (unidentified Aves); Hoplocephalus stephensi - Recorded from Dorrigo, NSW. Notechis scutatus - Diet 

(unidentified Aves, unidentified Scincidae); Notechis scutatus - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National 

Park, Sydney, NSW; Mt Colah, Sydney, NSW; St Ives, Sydney, NSW; Wahroonga, Sydney, NSW; 

Gloucester, NSW; Barrington Tops National Park, Dungog, NSW; Bombala, NSW; Mt Boss State Forest, 

near Wauchope, NSW. Pseudechis australis - Recorded from Griffith area, NSW; Cocoparra Nature 

Reserve, Griffith area, NSW. Pseudechis guttatus - Diet (unidentified Scincidae, Neobatrachus pictus, insect 

remains); Pseudechis guttatus - Recorded from Warrumbungle National Park, Coonabarabran, NSW. 

Pseudechis porphyriacus - Diet (unidentified Scincidae, Litoria fallax, unidentified frog, Typhlina nigrescens, 

mass of locusts); Pseudechis porphyriacus - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, 

NSW; Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW; Warrumbungle National Park, Coonabarabran, NSW; Armidale, 

NSW; Taree, NSW; Bilpin, NSW; Comboyn, NSW; Kosciusko National Park, NSW. Pseudonaja nuchalis - 

Diet (Varanus gouldii, Mus musculus, unidentified Scincidae, Unidentified Gekkonidae, Insects); Pseudonaja 

nuchalis - Recorded from Griffith, NSW; Yathong Nature Reserve, near Hillston, NSW. Pseudonaja textilis - 

Diet (Unidentified Scincidae, Lampropholis mustelina, Mus musculus, Rattus rattus ); Pseudonaja textilis - 

Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW; Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW; 

Gloucester, NSW; Cocoparra Nature Reserve, Griffith area, NSW; Mosgiel, NSW; Willandra National Park, 

near Ivanhoe, NSW; Griffith area, NSW; Grenfell area, NSW; Benanbra State Forest, near Grenfell, NSW. 

Suta suta - Diet (unidentified Scincidae, Gehyra variegata, Egernia striolata ); Suta suta - Recorded from 

Griffith area, NSW; Tibooburra, NSW. Tropidechis carinatus - Diet (Litoria sp., Lechriodus fletcheri - wild); 

Tropidechis carinatus - Recorded from Dorrigo, NSW; Bellangry State Forest, near Wauchope, NSW; 

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Dorrigo National Park, near Dorrigo, NSW. Unechis gouldii - Diet (Unidentified Scincidae); Unechis gouldii - 

Recorded from Griffith area, NSW. Vermicella annulata - Recorded from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, 

Sydney, NSW; Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW; Mt White, near Gosford, NSW)] 

519 Webb, G.A. and Simpson, J.A. 1986 Some unusual food items for the southern Blotched Bluetongue 

Lizard Tiliqua nigrolutea (Quoy and Gaimard) at Bombala, New South Wales. Herpetofauna, 16 (2): 

44-49 [not 1985 as printed on cover] 

[Tiliqua nigrolutea - from Bombala area, New South Wales - Diet determined from stomach contents 

analysis of road-killed specimens - Coleoptera (Anoplognathus spp., Passalidae, Scarabaeidae, (?) 

Melolonthinae, (?) Tenebrionidae), Hymenoptera (ants), Arachnida, Blattidae (cockroaches), Lepidoptera 

(Noctuidae), Fungi, Gastropoda (slug), foreign objects (stone, toy rubber tyre). This note also discusses 

seed and fungal spore dispersal in lizards, and compares the diet of Tiliqua nigrolutea with Trachydosaurus 

rugosus, Tiliqua gerrardii, Tiliqua scincoides, Tiliqua adelaidensis, Tiliqua branchialis, Tiliqua casuarinae, 

Tiliqua maxima, Tiliqua multifasciata, Tiliqua occipitalis. The diets of Sphenomorphus tympanum and 

Pseudemoia spenceri also mentioned] 

520 [Webber, P.] 1977 Book Review. Snakes of Australia by G. Gow and Lizards of Australia by S. 

Swanson. Herpetofauna, 9 (1): 5-6 

521 Webber, P. 1978 Alizarin staining techniques with special reference to reptiles and amphibians. 


522 Webber, P. 1978 A note on an aggregation of Diamond Pythons Morelia s. spilotes in the Grose 

Valley, N.S.W. Herpetofauna, 10 (1): 25-26 

[Morelia spilotes spilotes - Grose River, Grose Valley, N.S.W. - Aggregative behaviour observed, but 

uncertain as to significance] 

523 Webber, P. 1979 Burrow density, position and relationship of burrows to vegetation coverage shown 

[by] Rosen’s Desert Skink Egernia inornata (Lacertilia: Scincidae). Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 16-20 

[Egernia inornata - from Round Hill, NSW - Burrow construction, and general ecology discussed. Compared 

with Egernia kintorei, Egernia slateri, Egernia] striata, Amphibolurus fordi] 

524 Weichert, J. 1981 A Salt-water Crocodile (Crocodylus porosus). Herpetofauna, 12 (2): front cover 

[photo and caption] 

[Crocodylus porosus - Photograph of specimen (from Tomkinson River, NT)] 

525 Wells, R.W. 1971 Hibernation - Bearded Dragons. Herpetofauna, 3 (1): 4-6 [unpaginated] 

[Amphibolurus barbatus - Hibernation noted - observations on dates of dormancy, microhabitats chosen in 

wild, localities - observations of overwintering at Lansvale, Greystanes, Wetherill Park, Yennora and 

Liverpool, South Strathfield, Middle Dural, Kandos, NSW. A mature specimen remained dormant in captivity 

for 76 days (20/5/69 tp 4/8/69) - specimens have not been observed basking in winter in wild state - Winter 

retreats recorded were under sheets of corrugated iron on soil, under rocks on soil, in sealed soil cavities 4- 

5’ below surface, inside cavities of rotted Eucalyptus molucana and E. tereticornis stumps. Record of egglaying 

by specimen (6 eggs layed 12/12/69 in hole excavated by Chelodina longicollis] 

526 Wells, R.W. 1972 On the occurrence of the skink Egernia saxatilis intermedia Cogger, in the Blue 

Mountains west of Sydney, N.S.W. with additional notes on its behaviour in captivity. Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 2- 

4 

[Egernia saxatilis intermedia - recorded from Wentworth Falls, Mount Victoria, and Jenolan Caves, NSW - 

Reproduction (two found at Mt Victoria in gravid state 6/1/70, and one found in gravid state at Jenolan 

Caves on 10/1/70 by R. Sadlier) - specimen from Mt. Victoria gave birth to young around 25/1/70 - 

Measurements of mature specimens provided - Parasitology noted - infestation of mites (Acomatacarus sp. 

?) - Captive husbandry notes on general behaviour and feeding] 

527 Wells, R.W. 1972 Notes on Goniocephalus boydii (Macleay). Herpetofauna, 5 (2): 24 

[Goniocephalus boydii - A gravid female collected at Kuranda near Cairns, Qld on 10/11/71, was dissected 

11/11/71 and found to contain 3 fully formed eggs) - female measured - records possible cat predation - 

considers species restricted in distribution, but not rare - in rainforest habitat] 

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528 Wells, R.W. 1973 Successful hatching of Chelodina longicollis (Shaw). Herpetofauna, 5 (4): 7-8 

[Chelodina longicollis - A female collected at Greystanes, Sydney NSW on 11/11/1969 layed 12 eggs on 

12/12/1969 - laying procedure in captivity described - egg-incubation described - hatching reported (3 

emerged on 9/3/70 - 87 days after laying - on 10/3/70 2 juveniles emerged - on 11/3/70 five eggs opened, 4 

found to be infertile, other had dead embryo (this egg had been cracked during laying) - on 12/3/70 last egg 

accidently broken revealing fully formed juvenile only hours from hatching (no ill-effects to juvenile) - last egg 

also found to be infertile - Carapace X Plastron measurements of hatchlings provided] 

529 Wells, R.W. 1975 Notes on an unidentified skink of the genus Carlia from Black Mountain, N.E. 

Queensland. Herpetofauna, 7 (2): 11 

[Carlia sp. (now known as Carlia scirtetis ) - from Black Mountain, ca 27 km SW of Cooktown, Qld [15o 40’ 

S., 145o 14’ E.] - general notes (observed ca 30 specimens 1600-1800 hrs 17/5/74, active on granite 

boulders - habitat described - observed feeding on flies and other insects, basking on boulders - behavioural 

responses differed with direction of approach - tail twitching possible response to avian predation - 

superficially resembles other rock-dwelling lizards Egernia saxatilis and Leiolopisma pretiosum in 

colouration] 

530 Wells, R.W. 1978 Book Review: Snakes of the Darwin area, by Graeme F. Gow. Herpetofauna, 10 

(1): 15-17 

[Snakes - from the Darwin area, NT - Book Review - Remarks on Typhlina unguirostris (colouration in life), 

Typhlina bramina (abundance in Darwin), Typhlina nigroterminata (distribution, and confusion with Typhlina 

guentheri ), Typhlina tovelli (taxonomic status), Enhydris punctata (taxonomic status), Enhydris polylepis 

(reproductive behaviour), Fordonia leucobalia (polychromatism), Liasis olivaceus (abundance around 

Darwin), Furina christeanus (taxonomic status), Furina diadema (taxonomic status), Emydocephalus 

annulatus (distribution), Delma borea (often mistaken for snakes in Darwin] 

531 Wells, R.W. 1979 A large aggregation of skink eggs. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 19-20 

[Lampropholis delicata, Lampropholis guichenoti - Communal egg-laying site of Lampropholis discovered at 

Castlereagh, NSW at 33o 45’ X 150o 47’] 

532 Wells, R.W. 1980 Notes on Krefft’s Dwarf Snake (Cacophis krefftii). Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 18-19 

[Cacophis krefftii - from Karangi, NSW - egg-laying reported] 

533 Wells, R.W. 1980 Notes on Cacophis squamulosus. Herpetofauna, 11 (2): 26 

[Cacophis squamulosus - from Coffs Harbour, NSW and Mt Warning, NSW - mode of reproduction and 

clutch-size recorded] 

534 Wells, R.W. 1980 Eggs and young of Pseudonaja textilis textilis. Herpetofauna, 12 (1): 30-32 

[Pseudonaja textilis textilis - from Horsley Park, NSW 33o 50’ X 150o 53’ - Egg-laying, hatching and 

description of neonates; behavioural notes] 

535 Wells, R.W. 1981 Remarks on the prey preferences of Hoplocephalus bungaroides. Herpetofauna, 

12 (2): 25-28 

[Hoplocephalus bungaroides - Recorded diet in captivity - ate Ctenotus taeniolatus, Oedura lesueurii, Tiliqua 

scincoides, Ctenotus robustus, Leiolopisma platynota, Diplodactylus vittatus, Amphibolurus diemensis, 

Amphibolurus muricatus, Lampropholis delicata, Lampropholis guichenoti, Lampropholis mustelina, Siaphos 

equalis, Phyllurus platurus, Litoria citropa; ophiophagy recorded: Cryptophis nigrescens, Hoplocephalus 

bungaroides ). Concludes that Hoplocephalus bungaroides is essentially a lizard specialist whose primary 

natural prey is likely Ctenotus taeniolatus and Oedura lesueurii. Antechinus stuarti is considered a potential 

natural prey for H. bungaroides, but of low significance. Life span record provided (19 years) - mentions birth 

of young as occurring in April in the wild - warning that removal of rock exfoliation microhabitat for garden 

industry may result in reduced chances of survival for Hoplocephalus bungaroides through effects on prey 

species] 

536 Wells, R.W. and Husband, G.A. 1979 Comments on the reproduction of Pygopus lepidopodus 

(Lacepede). Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 22-25 

[Pygopus lepidopodus - from Uki, near Murwillumbah, NSW - eggs, clutch size, size of gravid females and 

hatchling sizes recorded] 

537 [Wells, R.W.] (Editor) 1973 Reptilia: Collection of magazines issued by the Australian Reptile Club 

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January to July, 1954. Australian Herpetological Society, Sydney 

[This booklet with a red card cover was intended to be the combined reprints of Reptilia, Volume 1 - issues 

dated January, March-April, May, June and July. An issue for February, 1954 was not included as its 

publication was unknown until after the Reprint had been published. Additionally, the printer re-typed the 

original issues and took it upon themselves to continuously paginate the entire text; a number of scientific 

names were also misspelt during typesetting. Of the 100 copies printed only 10 were distributed, the other 

90 were destroyed by the printers. The original error of the incomplete publication resulted from the notice in 

the November 1971 issue of Herpetofauna, 3 (4): page 7] 

538 West, J.A. 1979 The occurrence of some exotic reptiles and amphibians in New Zealand. 


[Species records of exotic Reptiles and Amphibians known from New Zealand - Lacerta vivipara, Pygopus 

lepidopodus, Lepidodactylus lugubris, Gehyra oceanica, Gehyra mutilata, Cnemaspis kendalli, Hemidactylus 

garnoti, Lampropholis mustelina, L. challengeri, Egernia cunninghami, Sphenomorphus quoyii, Lampropholis 

delicata, Laticauda colubrina, Pelamis platurus, Pseudemys scripta elegans, Chelodina longicollis, 

Terrepene carolina, Gopherus polyphemus, Testudo graeca, Testudo hermanni, Testudo marginata, 

possibly Clemmys japonica (or Damonica reevesi), Dermochelys coriacea, Chelonia mydas, Eretmochelys 

imbricata, Caretta caretta, Litoria aurea, Litoria raniformis, Litoria ewingi, Litoria caerulea, Rana temporaria, 

Rana esculenta, Bufo vulgaris, Ambystoma mexicanum] 

539 West, J.A. 1979 Range extension for Leiolopisma homalonotum (Boulenger). Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 

30-31 

[Leiolopisma homalonotum - recorded from Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, NZ] 

540 West, P.A. 1983 The Tuatara Sphenodon punctatus (Gray, 1831). Herpetofauna, 14 (1): front cover 

[photo and caption] 

541 White, G. 1973 The Broad-headed Snake, Hoplocephalus bungaroides (Boie). Herpetofauna, 6 (1): 

7-8 

[Hoplocephalus bungaroides - Description (general comments including scalation) - Distribution recorded 

(Does not extend into southern Queensland, as specimens in Qld Museum recorded from southern Qld were 

examined by J. Covacevich, who determined they were actually Hoplocephalus stephensii ; confined to 

small area surrounding Sydney, NSW extending from Kuringai Chase National Park, west to Mt Victoria and 

Kanangra Walls, then Burrier in south) - Reproduction (between 6-20 live young born) - Diet reported 

(Oedura lesueurii, Ctenotus taeniolatus, Saiphos equalis, mice; has also been known to take small rats, 

birds and frogs; reports instance of ophiophagy, where two mature Cryptophis nigrescens were consumed 

by a large mature specimen; most feeding takes place at night; reports that more food is consumed during 

Winter and Spring than other times of year; believes feeding takes place close to home territory) - Behaviour 

(very aggressive when disturbed, strikes rapidly and accurately; very active nocturnally on most nights of 

year; mentions that it has been reported to bask during the morning, and even during the middle of the day - 

considers this unusual - apparently quoting the observations of Adams, D. (1973) - Toxicity reported (venom 

strongly neurotoxic with considerable haemolytic action; not considered dangerous to man, except in case of 

young children) - Note: this paper obviously quotes extensively from the literature, but there are no 

references] 

542 White, J. 1976 Reptiles of the Corunna Hills. Herpetofauna, 8 (1): 21-23 

[Checklist of Reptiles - from Corunna Hills, ca. 80 km south-west of Port Augusta, South Australia - Liasis 

childreni, Amphibolurus fionni (SAM R14694), Demansia psammophis, Pseudechis australis, Tiliqua rugosa, 

Tiliqua scincoides, Cryptoblepharus boutonii (SAM R14688), Morethia sp., Tiliqua branchialis (SAM 

R14685), Ctenotus pantherinus occellifer (SAM R14684), Ctenotus saxatilis (SAM R14693), Egernia 

stokesii, Diplodactylus vittatus, Gehyra punctata (SAM R14691) Diplodactylus elderi (SAM R14692), 

Diplodactylus ciliaris intermedius (SAM R14697), Underwoodisaurus milii (SAM R14690), Heteronotia binoei 

(SAM R14689), Delma australis (SAM R14695), Delma nasuta (SAM R14696), Tympanocryptus lineata 

(SAM R14686), Amphibolurus barbatus ; also predicted occurrence of Pseudonaja nuchalis and Varanus 

gouldii . Liasis childreni also recorded from Woomera, South Australia, and Quorn, South Australia] 

543 White, J. 1979 Conservation and public education programmes for Herpetological Societies. 


[Conservation - the role of Herpetological Societies; Egernia cunninghami noted from Mt Lofty Ranges, SA] 

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544 White, J. 1979 The Trilling Frog found active in a hot water bore pool. Herpetofauna, 10 (2): 29 

[Neobatrachus centralis - from Montecollina Bore, SA (29o 24’ X 139o 59’) - reported calling from hot-water 

bore pool] 

545 White, J. 1979 Brief observations on tortoises in Minkie Waterhole, Innaminka. Herpetofauna, 10 

(2): 31 

[Undescribed Emydura sp. (believed closely allied to Emydura krefftii ) observed at - Minkie Waterhole, 

Innaminka, SA; also known from Coopers Creek, and Coongie Lake - Behaviour noted; basking behaviour 

compared with Emydura macquarii] 

546 White, J. 1979 The road to Mokari. Herpetofauna, 11 (1): 13-16 

[Checklist of Reptiles observed at - Anna Creek Station, SA - Pseudonaja nuchalis, Varanus gouldii, 

Lucasium damaeum, Heteronotia binoei, Gehyra variegata, Diplodactylus tessellatus, Lerista labialis, 

Ctenotus regius, Ctenotus brooksii, Tympanocryptus intima, Amphibolurus pictus, Lophognathus 

longirostris, Egernia stokesii, Lerista muelleri. Checklist of Reptiles observed at - Western side of Lake Eyre, 

SA - Tympanocryptus intima, Amphibolurus pictus, Heteronotia binoei, Morethia adelaidensis ; did not find 

Amphibolurus maculosus. Checklist of Reptiles observed at - Macumba region, north of Oodnadatta, SA - 

Amphibolurus pictus, Amphibolurus vadnappa (?undescribed race), Tympanocryptus intima, Ctenotus 

brooksii, Gehyra variegata, Heteronotia binoei, Varanus giganteus. Checklist of Reptiles observed at - 

Mokari region, Simpson Desert, SA - Amphibolurus vitticeps, Ctenotus brooksii, Ctenotus regius, Egernia 

inornata (feeding and burrow construction noted), Lerista labialis, Nephrurus levis, Varanus eremius (?) 

(tracks only observed), Varanus gouldii] 

547 White, J. 1979 Courtship display of the Snapping Tortoise, Elseya latisternum Gray. Herpetofauna, 

11 (1): 27-28 

[Elseya latisternum - from Cairns district, Qld - Courtship display and behaviour reported; Emydura kreffti - 

Behaviour noted] 

548 White, J. 1982 Book Review. ‘Dangerous Snakes of Australia’ by Peter Mirtschin and Richard Davis. 


549 White, J. 1982 Book Review. ‘Animal Toxins and Man’ edited by John Pearn. Herpetofauna, 13 (2): 

30 

550 White, J. 1982 Book Review. ‘Venomous Creatures of Australia’ by Struan Sutherland. 


551 [Wilke, A.] 1954 The Bearded Dragon. Reptilia, 1 (5): 6 pages 

[Partial reprinting of Wilke (1947)] 

552 [Wilke, A.] 1954 The Bearded Dragon. Reptilia, 1 (7): 4 pages 


553 [Wilke, A.] 1971 The Bearded Dragon. Herpetofauna, 3 (1): 2-4 


554 Wilkinson, W.D. 1981 The status of the Taranaki Gecko Hoplodactylus chrysosireticus in the New 

Zealand herpetofauna. Herpetofauna, 13 (1): 18-20 

[Hoplodactylus chrysosireticus - colouration in life, behaviour, habitat, distribution, captive birth of young, 

size of young at birth, growth and survival status reported] 

555 Wotherspoon, D. 1981 The Great Barred Frog - Mouth breeder? Herpetofauna, 12 (2): 30 

[Mixophyes fasciolatus - from Allyn River, Barrington Plateau, NSW 32o 08’ X 151o 28’ - Diet noted - 

consumed Litoria phyllochroa with developing eggs] 

556 Wotherspoon, D. 1981 Note on the range of the Sphagnum Frog, Philoria sphagnicolus. 


[Philoria sphagnicolus - discovered at the edge of Barrington Tops National Park, NSW 32o 10’ X 151o 32’, 

where it was sympatric with Litoria lesueurii] 

83


557 Wotherspoon, D. 1983 A short guide to getting more herpetological education into schools. 

Herpetofauna, 14 (1): 77-78 [not 1982 as printed] 

[Suggested strategy for increasing public education activities through publications on Reptiles and 

Amphibians aimed at teachers] 

558 Zimmerman, K.D. 1988 The question of sea snake aggression. Herpetofauna, 18 (2): 11-12 

[Astrotia stokesii - from Wistari Reef, Capricorn Section, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Qld - Aggressive 

behaviour discussed] 

559 Zwinenberg, A.J. 1971 Vipera berus (Linnaeus 1758) European Adder. Part 1. Herpetofauna, 3 (3): 

2-5 

[Vipera berus - General biology, distribution, habitat, behaviour and morphology. Number of species of 

European herpetofauna compared with that of Australia] 

560 Zwinenberg, A.J. 1971 Vipera berus (Linnaeus 1758) European Adder. Part II. Herpetofauna, 3 (4): 

2-6 

[Vipera berus - general comments - prey and feeding methods, reproduction, classification, survival status] 

561 Zwinenberg, A.J. 1972 The European Pond Tortoise - Emys orbicularis (Linnaeus, 1758). 


[Emys orbicularis - general biology] 

562 Zwinenberg, A.J. 1972 The European Pond Tortoise - Emys orbicularis (Linnaeus, 1758). Part II. 


[Emys orbicularis - general biology] 

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84

Adams, D. 

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 

Annable, T. 

9, 10 


AUTHOR INDEX 

Anonymous 

11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 

39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 

67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 

95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 

117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122 

Anstis, M. 

123, 124, 125, 126 

Armstrong, G. 

127, 128 

Baker, K. 

129 

Banks, C.B. 

130, 131, 132, 133 

Barbour, T. 

134, 135, 136 

Barnett, B. 

137, 138, 139, 140 

Bartlett, R.D. 

141 

Bauer, A.M. 

142 

Beard, D.J. 

143 

Bedford, G. 

144 

Begg, R.J. 

145 

Bekker, R. 

146 

Bell, B.D. 

147 

Bevan, J. 

148 

Booth, P. 

234 

85

Boulenger, G.A. 

149, 150 

Boycott, R. 

151 

Bredl, J. 

152 

Browne-Cooper, R. 

153 

Bush, B. 

154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 161 

Campbell, C.H. 

162 

Cann, J. 

163, 164 

Cappo, M. 

435 

Carter, D.B. 

510 

Caughley, J. 

122 

Cawood, I.S. 

244 

Chapman, W.S. 

517 

Charles, N. 

165 

Chatto, R. 

166 

Chessman, B.C. 

167 

Christian, T. 

168, 169 

Churchill, G. 

170 

Cochrane, G.J. 

308 

Cogger, H.G. 

171, 172, 173, 174 

Cook, R. 

175 


86

Cooper, R.B. 

176 

Corcoran, J. 

177, 178 

Covacevich, J. 

179, 180, 181, 182, 183 

Coventry, A.J. 

184 

Crome, B. 

185 

Czechura, G.V. 

186, 187, 188 

Daniels, C.B. 

189 

Day, K. 

190 

Delean, S. 

191, 192, 193, 194 

DeLissa, G. 

195 

Dencio, R.C. 

219 

Dick, B.B. 

196, 197 

Dinardo, J. 

198 


Ehmann, H.F.W. 

199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216 

Ehmann, H. [not H.F.W.] 

216 

Ellins, P. 

302 

Ellis, G. 

217 

Ernst, C.H. 

328 

Field, R. 

218 

Fitzgerald, J.A. 

219 

87

Fitzgerald, M. 

220, 221, 222, 223 

Fleay, A. 

320 

Fleay, D. 

224 

Floriani, H. 

463 

Ford, N. 

321 

Francis, M. 

225, 451 

Frazer, R. 

226 

Friendship, M. 

227 

Fyfe, G. 

228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236 

Galliford, M. 

237 

Gambold, N. 

238 

Georges, A. 

239, 374 

Gibbons, J.R.H. 

240 

Giddings, S. 

241, 242 

Gillam, M.W. 

243, 244 

Gotte, S.W. 

328 

Gough, P.A. 

245 

Green, D. 

246, 247 

Green, K. 

248 

Greer, A.E. 

249, 250 


88

Griffiths, K. 

251 

Groom, S. 

252, 253, 254 

Guinea, M.L. 

240 

Haffenden, A. 

255 

Harlow, P. 

256 

Harvey, C. 

193, 194, 235, 451 

Harwood, A. 

463 

Hay, M. 

257, 258, 259 

Hayes, D. 

260, 261, 262 

Heatwole, H.F. 

189, 263, 266 

Heazelwood, P. 

212, 264 

Hemsley, C. 

463 

Hermes, N. 

265 

Hicks, J. 

266 

Hill, I. 

267, 268 

Hirschhorn, H.L. 

269 

Hoessle, C. 

270 

Holmes, A. 

271, 272 

Honner, G.J. 

244 

Hopgood, J. 

273 


89

Hoser, R.T. 

274, 275 

Hosmer, W. 

276, 277 

Huddy, S. 

278, 279 

Hudson, P. 

216, 280, 281, 282, 283 

Husband, G.A. 

284, 285, 286, 287, 536 

Ingram, G.J. 

288 

Irvine, W. 

289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294 

Jacobson, K. 

296, 297, 295 

James, B. 

298 

Johnston, G.R. 

299, 300, 301, 302 

Kauffeld, C.F. 

303 

Kennerson, K.J. 

304, 305, 306, 307, 308 

Kinghorn, J.R. 

309, 310, 311, 312, 313 

Kinnish, R. 

314 

Limpus, C.J. 

183, 315, 316, 317, 318, 319, 320, 321 

Lindley, M. 

322 

Longley, G. 

323 

Lorking, W. 

324, 325, 326 

Loveridge, A. 

327 

Lovich, J.E. 

328 


90

Low, T. 

329 

Lowe, G. 

330 

Ludowici, P.A. 

331 

Lyon, B.J. 

318, 332, 333, 334 

Mackay, R.D. 

335, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340 

Macredie, G. 

341 

Maddocks, M. 

342 

Maguire, M. 

343 

Mainwaring, P.J. 

344 

Malone, B. 

345 

Manning, G. 

346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354 

Markwell, K. 

355 

Martin, K. 

145, 356, 357, 358, 359 

Maryan, B. 

176, 360, 361, 362, 363, 364, 365, 366 

McAnally, R. 

367 

McCallum, J. 

368, 369 

McCoy, M. 

370 

McDonald, K.R. 

371 

McGovern, J. 

372, 373 

McNicol, K. 

374 


91

Melgren, P.S. 

375 

Meredith, J. 

376 

Metcalfe, D.C. 

213 

Middlebrook, K.G. 

377 

Miles, T. (see also Myles, T.) 

378 

Millar, D.B. 

294, 379, 380, 381, 382, 383, 384, 385, 386 

Miller, B. 

387 

Miller, J.D. 

319, 320 

Millgate, M. 

462 

Milton, D.A. 

388, 389 

Mirtschin, P.J. 

390, 391, 392, 393 

Morley, P.T. 

394 

Morley, T.P. 

394 

Morris, P.B. 

395 

Mules, B. 

396 

Munday, B. 

236 

Myles, T. (see also Miles, T.) 

397 

Neill, W.T. 

398 

Newman, D.G. 

399 

Orange, P. 

400, 401, 402 


92

Pailes, R. 

403 

Parker, F. 

288 

Parker, R. 

321 

Parmenter, C.J. 

321 

Patience, P.M. 

404 

Patterson, G.B. 

405 

Peck, S. 

462 

Peile, A.R. 

406, 407 

Pickworth, R. 

408 

Pope, C.H. 

409 

Porter, R. 

410, 411, 412, 413 

Prosser, H. 

414 


Rankin, P.R. 

415, 416, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, 427, 428 

Reidy, P. 

429 

Richardson, P. 

430, 431, 432 

Roberts, B. 

433, 434 

Robinson, D. 

366 

Robinson, M. 

435 

Rokylle, G. 

436 

Rose, A.B. 

437, 518 

93

Rosenberg, H.I. 

142 

Rosler, H. 

438 

Rowlands, R.P.V. 

439, 440, 441, 442, 443 

Sadlier, R.A. 

444, 445, 446 

Scanlon, J.D. 

447, 448 

Schofield, W. 

449 

Schwaner, T.D. 

152, 450, 451 

Senior, T. 

452 


Shea, G.M. 

446, 453, 454, 455, 456, 457, 458, 459, 460, 461, 462, 463, 464 

Sheargold, Tony 

465 

Shine, R. 

466 

Simpson, J.A. 

519 

Slater, K.R. 

467 

Smith, J. 

468 

Smith, K. 

469 

Smith, M. 

470, 471 

Softly, A. 

472, 473 

Sonnemann, N. 

474, 475 

Stammer, D. 

476, 477 

Stephenson, G. 

478 

94

Stopford, J. 

479 


Swan, G. 

214, 215, 480, 481, 482, 483, 484, 485, 486, 487, 488 

Swan, Geoff 

489 

Swan, J. 

490 

Swan, M. 

491 

Tasoulis, T. 

492, 493, 494 

Taylor, J.A. 

495 

Thomas, B.W. 

496 

Thompson, M.B. 

497 

Tilbrook, J. 

498, 499, 500 

Tritton, R. 

395 

Tritton, W. 

395 

Trood, G. 

501 

Turner, G. 

502, 503, 504, 505 

Twigg, L.E. 

506 

Van der Straaten, M. 

256, 507 

Verhagen, J. 

508 

Ward, D.L. 

509, 510 

Watchman, G. 

511 

Webb, G.A. 

512, 513, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519 

95

Webber, P. 

520, 521, 522, 523 

Weichert, J. 

524 

Weigel, J. 

463 


Wells, R.W. 

461, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 533, 534, 535, 536, 537 

West, J.A. 

538, 539 

West, P.A. 

540 

White, G. 

541 

White, J. 

542, 543, 544, 545, 546, 547, 548, 549, 550 

Wilke, A. 

551, 552, 553 

Wilkinson, W.D. 

554 

Wotherspoon, D. 

555, 556, 557 

Zimmerman, K.D. 

558 

Zwinenberg, A.J. 

559, 560, 561, 562 

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TAXON/SUBJECT INDEX 

The taxonomy used is that which appeared in the article and, other than misspellings being corrected, no 

attempt is made to standardise the classification of particular entries. Most herpetologists should 

immediately recognise the synonymous names, but it should also be mentioned that some of the original 

determinations were either erroroneous or were species that have been subsequently shown to be 

composite. 

Some definitions of the terms used in this Subject Index are as follows: 

‘eaten by’ refers only to captive conditions 

‘ate’ refers only to captive conditions 

‘predation on’ means taken in wild as natural prey 

‘predation by’ means taken in wild by a natural predator 

A list of the names made technically invalid by misspelling, as well as those that appeared as abbreviations, 

is also provided in their original form following the Indices for those interested. 

Ablepharus boutonii 

eaten by Dendrelaphis punctulatus 333 

Ablepharus greyii 

eaten by Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis 420 

Acalyptophis peronii 

recorded from subtropical waters of Queensland 318 

Acanthophis antarcticus 

ate Ctenotus taeniolatus 258 

ate Egernia whitii 258 

ate Sphenomorphus quoyii 258 

ate Tiliqua scincoides 258 

behaviour 258 

diet in captivity 140, 258, 281, 352 

diet in wild 275, 301, 518 

diet of neonates 258 

effects of envenomation 340 

effects of flooding 179 

effects of habitat destruction 392 

effects of vermicide baiting 377 

feeding behaviour 392 

growth 258, 392 

habitat of 256, 335 

life span 352 

morphology of 281 

predation on Eremiascincus richardsonii 301 

predation on Lampropholis mustelina 518 

predation on Leiolopisma delicata 437 

predation on Physignathus lesueurii 275 

predation on Rattus rattus 518 

predation on unidentified Rodentia 437 

reproduction 258, 281, 390, 392 

sexual dimorphism 258 

sloughing 258 

toxicity to man 326 

Acanthophis antarcticus antarcticus 

diet in captivity 6 

habitat of 246 

Reptiles and Amphibians 

97

Acanthophis pyrrhus 

aboriginal name for 406 

caudal-luring 236 


ethnographic natural history 406 


reproduction 236 

Acrochordus javanicus 



Adelotus brevis 

altitudinal range 187 

attempted to eat Litoria ewingii 242 

male combat 242 


Agamidae 

thermoregulation (general comments) 238 

Ahaetulla punctulata 

aggregative behaviour 335 

classification (mention only) 337 


geographical colour variation 30 

possibly killed by Pseudechis porphyriacus 178 

status around Sydney, NSW 335 

Aipysurus duboisii 


Aipysurus eydouxii 



Aipysurus laevis 



Alligator mississippiensis 

reproduction at Australian Reptile Park 89 

Ambystoma mexicanum 

behaviour 129 


exotic to New Zealand 538 


Amphibia 

as food for Aboriginals 407 

effects of pollution 123 

found dead in wild 67 

larval development 123 

maintaining larvae in captivity 123 

predation by Gambusia sp. 123 

techniques for collecting and preserving larvae 123 


98

Amphibolurus adelaidensis 

distribution 200 

general comments 200 


Amphibolurus barbatus 

ate flowers of Compositae 437 

ate flowers of Graminae 437 

behaviour 122, 408 

burrow construction 426 

captive husbandry 419 

colouration in life 122 


diet in wild 122, 512 


eaten by Morelia spilota variegata 343 

eaten by Varanus varius 304 

effects of forestry (mention only)122 

hibernation 525 

microhabitat of 525 

predation on Araneida 437 

predation on Blattodea 437 

predation on Coleoptera (Curculionidae)437 

predation on Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae - Dynastinae)437 

predation on Diptera 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Apidae : Apis mellifera) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae : Myrmecia gulosa) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae : Myrmecia tarsata) 437 

predation on Lepidoptera 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Acrididae) 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Eumasticidae) 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Tettigoniidae) 437 

predators 122 

reproduction 122, 220, 408, 525 

territoriality 122 

use of Banana planting holes for egg deposition 220 

use of terrapin excavation for egg-laying 525 

zoogeography 202 

Amphibolurus barbatus (?) 

diseases in captivity 499 

Amphibolurus caudicinctus 



Amphibolurus cristatus 

colour change 393 

Amphibolurus decresii 


study of 118, 119, 121 


Amphibolurus diemensis 


predation by Hoplocephalus bungaroides 535 


predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae) 512 

99

Amphibolurus fordi 

compared with Egernia inornata 523 


Amphibolurus isolepis 

effects of fire 228 


predation by Sminthopsis ooldea 233 

Amphibolurus maculosus 

unable to locate 546 

Amphibolurus muricatus 

eaten by Hoplocephalus bungaroides 535 


captive husbandry 253, 254 

courtship behaviour 253 

descriptive notes 253 




reproduction 253, 254 


Amphibolurus nobbi coggeri 



Amphibolurus nobbi nobbi 




Amphibolurus nuchalis 

predation by Falco berigora 229 




Amphibolurus pictus 



ecological notes 244 



Amphibolurus reticulatus 


Amphibolurus vitticeps 


compared with Amphibolurus barbatus 299 

compared with Moloch horridus 299 



water collection 221 


100

Amphiesma mairii 


activity pattern 334 

aggregative behaviour 183, 334 


ate Bufo marinus 334, 430 

ate Gambusia sp. 334 

ate Hyla caerulea 334 

ate Hyla rubella 334 

ate Leiolopisma guichenoti 334 

ate Limnodynastes peronii 334 

ate Limnodynastes tasmaniensis 334 

autotomy 334 

behaviour 334 

defensive behaviour 334 


diet in wild 430 



growth 334 


measurements 334 


parasitology 334 


use of burrows of Ctenotus lesueurii 334 

use of burrows of Sphenomorphus quoyii 334 

Anomalopus brevicollis 

compared with Anomalopus leuckartii 215 

Anomalopus frontalis 

classification (listed only) 173 

Anomalopus gowi 


Anomalopus lentiginosus 


Anomalopus leuckartii 

compared with Anomalopus mackayi 462 

compared with Anomalopus brevicollis 215 

compared with Anomalopus gowi 215 

compared with Anomalopus swansoni 215 

compared with Anomalopus verreauxii 215 

compared with Aprasia smithi 215 

compared with Ophioscincus ophioscincus 215 

compared with Ophioscincus truncatus 215 



microsympatry with Anomalopus swansoni 215 

microsympatry with Hemiergis decresiensis 215 

sloughing 215 

Anomalopus mackayi 

classification 462 



compared with Lerista punctatovittata 462 


101

conservation 462 





Anomalopus ophioscincus 


Anomalopus reticulatus 


effects of forestry 186 


Anomalopus spp. 

compared with Aprasia inaurita 425 

Anomalopus swansoni 



microsympatry with Anomalopus leuckartii 215 

microsympatry with Hemiergis decresiensis 215 

Anomalopus truncatus 



Anomalopus verreauxii 



Anotis graciloides 


Anotis maccoyi 


Aprasia inaurita 

behaviour 425 

compared with Anomalopus spp. 425 

compared with Lerista spp. 425 

Aprasia parapulchella 



Aprasia pulchella 

behaviour 357 


vocalization 357 

Aprasia smithi 


Aprasia striolata 

behaviour 357 






102

Arenophryne rotunda 

compared with Philoria sphagnicolus 516 

Aspidites 

classification (comments only) 450 

Aspidites melanocephalus 


Aspidites melanocephalus ramsayi 

mention of 56 

Aspidites ramsayi 


behaviour 235 

caudal-luring 235 

compared with Acanthophis spp. 235 




protection status 94 


Assa darlingtoni 


Astrotia stokesii 

aggressive behaviour 558 



Austrelaps sp. 


behaviour 144 

cause of misidentification 144 

distribution in SA 201 




Austrelaps superbus 


abundance 274 





predation on Lampropholis guichenoti 514 

predation on Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii 514 

predation on Physignathus lesueurii howittii 428 


Boiga irregularis 


confusion with Oxyuranus scutellatus 430 






103

predation on Nymphicus hollandicus 518 

predator of Phyllurus platurus 247 

scarcity of 430 

seasonal activity 256 

Bothrochilus 


Brachylophus fasciatus 

reproduction at Australian Museum 90 

Brachyurophis australis 


Bufo marinus 

implicated in decline of Pseudechis porphyriacus 179 

eaten by Amphiesma mairii 334, 430 

not in Western Australia 472 

occupation of railway verges 422 

predation by Strepera graculina 146 

Bufo vulgaris 


Cacophis krefftii 


Cacophis squamulosus 

albinism 459 

ate Lampropholis guichenoti 517 

behaviour 517 

diet in captivity 494, 517 


predation on Lampropholis delicata 518 

predation on Leiolopisma sp. 437 

predation on Saiphos equalis 518 

reproduction 494, 517, 533 


Calyptotis scutirostrum 

parental care 211 


Cannia weigeli 



synonymised with Pseudechis australis 463 

Caretta caretta 

compared with Lepidochelys olivacea 320 



Carlia amax 



Carlia bicarinata 



104

Carlia burnetti 



eaten by Varanus acanthurus 285 

predation on Arachnida 512 


predation on Coleoptera 512 

Carlia burnetti sydneyensis 


Carlia coense 


Carlia dogare 


Carlia fusca 



Carlia jarnoldae 


Carlia johnstonei 

sympatry with Carlia triacantha 463 




tail-waving behaviour 463 

Carlia lateralis 


Carlia melanopogon 


Carlia munda 



Carlia novaeguineae 


Carlia peronii 


Carlia rhomboidalis 


Carlia sp. 

behaviour 529 

compared with Egernia saxatilis 529 

compared with Leiolopisma pretiosum 529 



Carlia tetradactyla 



105

Carlia triacantha 




sympatry with Carlia johnstonei 463 

Carlia vertebralis 


Carlia vivax 


Cerberus australis 


Cerberus rhynchops australis 


Chelidae 

techniques for artificial incubation of eggs 319 

Chelodina expansa 

compared with Chelodina longicollis 239 

compared with Elseya dentata 239 

compared with Elseya latisternum 239 

compared with Emydura macquarii 239 

compared with Rheodytes leukops 239 


Chelodina longicollis 

compared with Chelodina expansa 239 

aestivation 167 

burrow used by Amphibolurus barbatus 525 




growth 128 

introduction into Torrens River, SA 201 

measurements 306, 528 


predation by Vulpes vulpes 248 


reproduction 127, 248, 268, 305, 306, 314, 528 


Chelonia depressa 



Chelonia mydas 

compared with Lepidochelys olivacea 320 




Cheloniidae 

nesting in New South Wales 414 


techniques for artificial incubation of eggs 319 


106

Chelosania brunnea 

behaviour 284 

Chersydrus 


Chondropython 


Chrysemys scripta elegans 

reproduction at Australian Reptile Park 89 

Clemmys japonica (?) 


Cnemaspis kendalli 


Coeranoscincus reticulatus 





Crenadactylus ocellatus naso 




Crinia haswelli 


Crinia lutea 


Crinia remota 



Crinia rosea 


Crinia signifera 


eaten by Drepanodontis signata 417 




Crinia sp. 


Cryptoblepharus boutonii 







107

Cryptoblepharus boutonii virgatus 


behaviour 175 




occupation of urban habitat 175 


Cryptoblepharus carnabyi 


Cryptoblepharus litoralis 



Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus 

eaten by Notechis coronatus 363 


combat behaviour 365 


Cryptoblepharus virgatus 



home range 477 




predation on Hemiptera 512 

predation on Hymenoptera (wasps) 512 


territoriality (possible) 421 

Cryptophis nigrescens 


eaten by Hoplocephalus bungaroides 535, 541 


ate Hemiaspis signata 508 

behaviour 517 




predation on Lampropholis guichenoti 518 

predation on Pygopus lepidopodus 508 


Cryptophis pallidiceps 

albinism 459 

Ctenophorus fordi 


Ctenophorus pictus 


Ctenotus (cf) uber 




108

Ctenotus alacer 


Ctenotus ariadne 


Ctenotus atlas 



habitat of 444, 461, 446 

Ctenotus borealis 

compared with Ctenotus robustus 463 

Ctenotus brachyonyx 


distribution 444, 445 

habitat of 444, 445, 446 

Ctenotus brooksi 




Ctenotus brooksi iridis 



Ctenotus calurus 


Ctenotus colletti 




Ctenotus decaneurus 


escape behaviour 463 


Ctenotus dux 




Ctenotus essingtoni 


Ctenotus grandis 


Ctenotus helenae 


Ctenotus hilli 


Ctenotus impar 



109

Ctenotus inornatus 




Ctenotus joanae 


Ctenotus labillardieri 



Ctenotus leae 




Ctenotus leonhardii 

eaten by Omolepida branchialis 159 


sympatry with Ctenotus regius 244 

Ctenotus lesueurii 

sympatric with Ctenotus taeniolatus 297 

burrows used by Amphiesma mairii 334 


Ctenotus mimetes 


Ctenotus pantherinus 




Ctenotus piankai 




Ctenotus quattuordecimlineatus 




Ctenotus regius 

sympatry with Ctenotus leonhardii 244 






scalation 244 

use of deserted burrows of Rattus villosissimus 244 

Ctenotus robustus 





110

compared with Ctenotus borealis 463 

confusion with Ctenotus saxatilis 301 


eaten by Unechis flagellum 234 



mention of 206 



Ctenotus saxatilis 


Ctenotus schevilli 


Ctenotus schomburgkii 




Ctenotus severus 


Ctenotus spaldingi 


Ctenotus strauchii 



Ctenotus strauchii varius 


Ctenotus taeniatus 


Ctenotus taeniolatus 

behaviour 495 






eaten by Acanthophis antarcticus 258 



predation by Demansia psammophis 342 

predation by Varanus varius 437 

predation by Unechis nigrescens 437 



predation on Diplopoda (millipedes)512 



predation on Hymenoptera (ants and wasps) 512 


predation on Isoptera 437 

predation on Orthoptera 512 

predation on Orthoptera (Tetrigidae) 437 


111

sympatric with Ctenotus lesueurii 297 

syntopic with Lampropholis delicata 495 

syntopic with Lampropholis guichenoti 495 

thermoregulation 495 

Ctenotus tanamiensis 


Ctenotus uber 



Ctenotus uber orientalis 


Cyclodina aenea 


commensualism with Uropodidae mites 443 



predation by Rattus exulans 411 

predation by Rattus spp. 369 

Cyclodina alani 

compared with Cyclodina oliveri 412 

compared with Cyclodina whitakeri 412 



cannibalism 412 






habitat of 341, 369, 412 




Cyclodina macgregori 




Cyclodina oliveri 

compared with Cyclodina alani 412 



predation (unspecified) 410 



Cyclodina ornata 






112

Cyclodina whitakeri 





Cyclodomorphus branchialis 




Cyclodomorphus casuarinae 


diet related to reproduction 458 



predation on Annelida (Oligochaeta) 458 




predation on Diplopoda 458 

predation on Drysdalia coronoides 458 

predation on Gastropoda (snails and slugs)458 


predation on Isopoda 458 


predation on Orthoptera (Gryllidae)458 

Cyclorana cultripes 



Cyclorana novaehollandiae 

basking behaviour435 


compared with Cyclorana platycephala 435 

compared with Litoria dahlii 435 


mouth morphology 435 

Cyclorana platycephala 




basking behaviour 435 


compared with Cyclorana novaehollandiae 435 

compared with Litoria dahlii 435 





mouth morphology 435 


predation on Dytiscus sp. 435 

predation on Gastropoda 435 

predation on Hymenoptera 435 





113

predation on Triops sp. 435 

water storage 124 

Cyrtodactylus louisiadensis 


sloughing 352 

Cytodactylus pelagicus 


Damonica reevesi (?) 


Delma australis 


compared with Delma fraseri 361 

compared with Delma grayii 361 


effects of agriculture 157 




reaction to Lialis burtonis 361 



Delma borea 



mistaken for snakes in Darwin area, NT 530 

Delma butleri 



Delma fraseri 




behaviour 357 




effects of agriculture 157 





predation on Lepidoptera (Heteronympha m. merope) 475 


seasonal activity 157, 475 

vocalization 357, 475 

Delma grayii 


Delma impar 

behaviour (general) 357 



114

Delma inornata 

locomotion 9 



Delma molleri 


Delma nasuta 



Delma sp. 


behaviour 331 



Delma tincta 


Demansia 

mention of 39 

Demansia atra 

not located on Magnetic Island, Qld 329 

Demansia olivacea 


Demansia olivacea atra 


Demansia psammophis 


aggregative behaviour 49, 183, 274 



ate Lampropholis mustelina 342 

communal egg-laying (possible) 447 






fasting in captivity 5 

feeding in relation to sloughing 5 



predation by Dacelo novaeguineae 342 

predation on Ctenotus taeniolatus 342 

predation on Lampropholis guichenoti 342, 518 

predation on Lampropholis mustelina 342, 518 

predation on Scincidae (eggs) 518 


sloughing 469 

sympatric with Lialis burtonis 246 

syntopic with Furina diadema 274 

use of road embankments for egg deposition 220 


115

Demansia psammophis olivacea 


Demansia psammophis reticulata 



Demansia textilis 


Dendrelaphis calligaster 


Dendrelaphis punctulatus 



ate Ablepharus boutonii 333 

ate Crinia signifera 487 

ate Crinia sp. 333 


ate Heleioporus australiacus 487 

ate Heteronotia binoei 333 

ate Hyla caerulea 333 

ate Hyla rubella 333 


ate Leiolopisma guichenoti 333 


ate Limnodynastes tasmaniensis 333 

ate Litoria caerulea 487 

ate Litoria peronii 487 

ate Lygosoma verreauxii 333 

ate Morelia spilota variegata 430 

ate Oedura lesueurii 487 

diet in captivity 63, 140, 333, 352, 487 



growth 487 




predation on Limnodynastes peronii 437 

predation on unidentified Scincidae 437 



sloughing 487 

Dendrophis punctulatus 


Denisonia coronoides coronoides (?) 

predation by Salmo sp. 45 

Denisonia devisi 


Denisonia maculata muelleri 


Denisonia nigrescens 



116

Denisonia pallidiceps 


Denisonia punctata 

ate Diplodactylus vittatus 217 



behaviour 217 



Denisonia ramsayi 


Denisonia signata 




predation on Hyla aurea 23 

behaviour 272 


diet of neonates 272, 481 

growth 481 

injury by caterpillar 481 



sloughing 272, 481 

trapped in old well 177 

Denisonia superba 



Dermochelys coriacea 


Diplodactylus ciliaris 



Diplodactylus ciliaris aberrans 


temperature effects on tail-squirting 142 

Diplodactylus conspicillatus 



Diplodactylus elderi 



Diplodactylus intermedius 


arboreal behaviour 205 



habitat of 191, 205, 446 

temperature effects on tail-squirting 142 


117

Diplodactylus mcmillani 



Diplodactylus stenodactylus 



Diplodactylus vittatus 

eaten by Denisonia punctata 217 







Diplodactylus williamsi 



Diporiphora albilabris albilabris 


Diporiphora bennettii 




Diporiphora sp. 


Diporiphora superba 



Diporiphora winneckei 

behaviour 225 



Dipsadomorphus fuscus 


compared with Dipsadomorphus irregularis 290 



effects of bite 290 




unknown south of Sydney Harbour, NSW 335 

Dipsadomorphus irregularis 


compared with Dipsadomorphus fusca 290 


effects of bite 290 




118

eproduction 290 

Disteira kingii 


Disteira major 



Drepanodontis signata 


ate Crinia signifera 417 







sloughing 417 

Drysdalia coronoides 



predation by Cyclodomorphus casuarinae 458 


Drysdalia mastersii 


Echiopsis curta 


Egernia (cf) striolata 

confusion with Egernia formosa 301 

Egernia cunninghami 




compared with population from Sydney Basin 297 

compared with Tiliqua scincoides 454 



growth 415 


life span 198 


predation by Pseudechis porphyriacus 437 


sympatric with Phyllurus platurus 247 



Egernia depressa 

behaviour 190 





119

Egernia dorsalis 


Egernia formosa 


Egernia frerei 

ate Locusta migratoria 131 

ate Teleogryllus oceanicus 131 



fighting behaviour 218 

growth 131 


Egernia hosmeri 


Egernia inornata 


burrow construction 523, 546 


compared with Amphibolurus fordi 523 

compared with Egernia kintorei 523 

compared with Egernia slateri 523 

compared with Egernia striata 523 

compared with Tiliqua adelaidensis 207 





Egernia kingii 



effects of rabbits 473 

population density 473 

predation on Mus musculus 473 

Egernia kintorei 



Egernia luctuosa 


Egernia major 



Egernia major bungana 


Egernia margaretae 


Egernia modesta 



120

Egernia multiscutata 



Egernia pulchra 


Egernia richardi 


Egernia saxatilis 


compared with Carlia sp. 529 

Egernia saxatilis intermedia 

behaviour 526 






Egernia slateri 



Egernia stokesii 


Egernia striata 



Egernia striolata 





habitat of 201, 416, 446 

predation by Suta suta 518 

use of rabbit burrows 376 



Egernia whitii 


behaviour 201 






reaction of Tiliqua casuarinae to 418 


Elseya dentata 



121

Elseya latisternum 


behaviour 547 


Elseya sp. 


Emoia atrocostata 

distribution in Australia 99 


Emoia cyanogaster 




Emoia nigra 


Emoia spp. 


Emydocephalus annulatus 

distribution near Darwin questioned 530 


Emydura krefftii 

compared with Emydura sp. 545 

behaviour 547 





Emydura macquarii 


compared with Emydura sp. 545 

predation by Vulpes vulpes 497 



Emydura sp. 

behaviour 545 

compared with Emydura krefftii 545 

compared with Emydura macquarii 545 

Emydura subglobosa 


Emydura victoriae 

behaviour 463 

Emys orbicularis 

general biology 561, 562 

Enhydrina schistosa 



122

Enhydris polylepis 




reproductive behaviour 530 

Enhydris punctata 


Eremiascincus fasciolatus 



Eremiascincus richardsonii 


predation by Acanthophis antarcticus 301 

Eretmochelys imbricata 


Eugongylus albofasciolatus 


Eugongylus rufescens 


Fordonia leucobalia 


Furina annulata 

rarely seen around Sydney 335 

Furina christeanus 


Furina diadema 








syntopic with Demansia psammophis 274 

Gehyra australis 



Gehyra mutilata 


Gehyra occidentalis 


Gehyra oceanica 


Gehyra variegata 

eaten by Tropidechis carinatus 380 


123




predation by Suta suta 518 

sympatry with Phyllodactylus marmoratus 201 


Gehyra xenopus 

compared with Oedura filicipoda 463 




Glyphodon tristis 



predation on Carlia sp. 317 

Goniocephalus boydii 


possible predation by Felis catus 527 


Gonocephalus boydii 

ate eggs of Phyllurus cornutus 140 


Gonocephalus godeffroyi 

behaviour 370 


compared with Gonocephalus modestus 370 



Gonocephalus modestus 

compared with Gonocephalus godeffroyi 370 

Gonocephalus spinipes 



Gopherus polyphemus 


Heleioporus albopunctatus 

potentially toxic 472 


Heleioporus australiacus 

compared with Philoria spagnicolus 516 


distribution in southeastern NSW (map only) 515 





predation on Blattodea 437, 512 

predation on Chilopoda (centipedes) 512, 515 


predation on Coleoptera (Carabidae; Curculionidae) 515 

predation on Crustacea (slaters) 512 

124


predation on Diplopoda (millipedes) 512 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Camponotus consobrinus) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Myrmecia tarsata) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Unspecified) 512, 515 




mouth-parts of larvae 123 

Heleioporus barycragus 


Heleioporus eyerii 


Heleioporus inornatus 


Heleioporus psammophilus 


Heleioporus spp. 



Hemiaspis signata 



eaten by Cryptophis nigrescens 508 


predation on Saiphos equalis 518 


Hemidactylus frenatus 



Hemidactylus garnoti 


Hemidactylus mabouia 


Hemidactylus turcicus 


Hemiergis decresiensis 







microsympatry with Anomalopus leuckartii 215 

microsympatry with Anomalopus swansoni 215 


Hemiergis graciloides 

classification (listed only) 173, 174 

125

Hemiergis initialis 


Hemiergis maccoyi 


Hemiergis millewae 


Hemiergis peronii 






Hemiergis quadrilineatum 


Hemiergis tridactylum 


Hemiergis woodwardi 


Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii 


behaviour 395 










Heteronotia binoei 



habitat of 191, 463, 446 


predation by centipede 402 


Heteropholis gemmeus 





Heteropholis stellatus 

predation by Leiolopisma otagense waimatense 496 

behaviour 344 



life span 344 

parasitism by larvae of Calliphora (?) quadrimaculata 442 


126

Hoplocephalus bitorquatus 

cannibalism 7 

albinism 459 




Hoplocephalus bungaroides 

activity pattern 7, 335, 541 

ate Amphibolurus diemensis 535 

ate Amphibolurus muricatus 535 

ate Cryptophis nigrescens 535, 541 

ate Ctenotus robustus 535 

ate Ctenotus taeniolatus 535, 541 

ate Diplodactylus vittatus 535 

ate Lampropholis delicata 535 



ate Leiolopisma platynotum 535 

ate Litoria citropa 535 

ate Oedura lesueurii 535, 541 

ate Phyllurus platurus 535 

ate Saiphos equalis 535, 541 




compared with Morelia spilota 7 

compared with Pseudechis porphyriacus 424 

confined to Sydney region, NSW 541 

confusion with Hoplocephalus stephensii 541 



distribution 7, 262, 541 

distribution becoming reduced 335 







life span 535 

no fatalities from bite 7 

not cannibalistic 7 


reproduction 7, 261, 535, 541 

scalation 7 

seasonality of feeding 541 

status in Blue Mountains 7 


venom (general remarks only) 541 

warning on removal of rocks from habitat 535 


Hoplocephalus bungaroides X Hoplocephalus stephensii 

reproduction (mating) 261 

Hoplocephalus stephensii 

cannibalism 7 

compared with Pseudechis porphyriacus 424 



127

eproduction 7, 261 

Hoplodactylus chrysosireticus 

behaviour 554 




growth 554 




Hoplodactylus duvauceli 







Hoplodactylus granulatus 





habitat of 196, 369, 496 



tail damage 440 

Hoplodactylus maculatus 





habitat of 196, 341, 369, 496 


predation by Gallirallus australis 496 


Hoplodactylus pacificus 




habitat of 196, 341, 369, 439 



Hoplodactylus rakiurae 

behaviour 496 




predation by Felis catus 496 

sympatric with Strigops habroptilus 496 

Hoplodactylus spp. 

compared with Naultinus elegans 441 


128

Hydrophiidae 

venom collecting expedition with Eric Worrell 227 

Hydrophis elegans 



Hydrophis gracilis 



Hydrophis ornatus 


Hyla aurea 

eaten by Stegonotus plumbeous in captivity 25 

predation by Denisonia signata 23 

Hyla caerulea 

eaten by Amphiesma mairii 334 

bite from Pseudonaja textilis 296 


Hyla dentata 


Hyla peronii 


Hyla rubella 



Hypsirhina macleayi 

convulsions after eating Pseudophryne bibroni 27 

Kyarranus sphagnicolus 


Lacerta vivipara 


Lamprolepis smaragdina 

record for Australia rejected 288 

Lamprolepis smaragdina pervirdis 

identity of erroneous Australian record 288 

Lampropholis challengeri 



Lampropholis delicata 



predation by Cacophis squamulosus 518 

predation by Dendrelaphis punctulatus 518 

predation by Tiliqua nigrolutea 514 




129


communal egg-laying 531 

diet in wild 185, 456, 512 




predation on Aedes sp. 456 


predation on Arachnida (spiders) 512 

predation on Arachnida (Acarinidae - Ixodes sp. ?) 456 


predation on Coleoptera (Ptiliidae) 456 


predation on Gryllotalpa 456 

predation on Hemiptera (Lygaeidae) 456 

predation on Hymenoptera (Chalcidoid) 456 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae) 456, 512 

predation on Isopoda 456 

predation on Lepidoptera (unspecified, and Cactoblastis sp. ?) 456 


scalation 456 

syntopic with Ctenotus taeniolatus 495 


Lampropholis guichenoti 

eaten by Cacophis squamulosus 517 




predation by Austrelaps superbus 514 



communal egg-laying 388, 531 

compared with Leiolopisma zelandica 388 



eaten by Liasis childreni 139 

eaten by Unechis flagellum 234, 505 





population dynamics 388 

predation by Cryptophis nigrescens 518 

predation by Demansia psammophis 342, 518 


syntopic with Ctenotus taeniolatus 495 

Lampropholis mustelina 



eaten by Tiliqua scincoides 464 





parental care of eggs 211 


predation by Demansia psammophis 342, 518 

predation by Drysdalia coronoides 518 

predation by Pseudonaja textilis 518 

130



Lapemis hardwickii 


Laticauda colubrina 


Lechriodus fletcheri 

predation by Tropidechis carinatus 518 

Leiolopisma 


Leiolopisma acrinasum 







infested by Hedruris minuta 405 

infested by Parathelandros sp. 405 



predation (unspecified) 405 

predation by Rattus norvegicus 496 


Leiolopisma challengeri 


Leiolopisma chloronoton 





Leiolopisma delicata 



predation on Crustacea (Amphipoda - Talitris sp.) 437 

predation on Dermaptera 437 



Leiolopisma duperreyi 


Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii 





Leiolopisma grande 





131

Leiolopisma grande waimatense 


Leiolopisma guichenoti 






Leiolopisma homalonotum 


conservation 115, 369 



proposed study on Great Barrier Island, NZ 399 

Leiolopisma lichenigera 


Leiolopisma lineoocellatum 



Leiolopisma metallica 


Leiolopisma moco 


compared with Leiolopisma homalonotum 330 


habitat of 196, 341, 369, 410 





Leiolopisma mustelina 



Leiolopisma nigriplantare maccanni 



Leiolopisma ocellata 


Leiolopisma otagense 




Leiolopisma otagense otagense 







132

Leiolopisma otagense waimatense 

ate Heteropholis stellatus 496 





Leiolopisma platynotum 





Leiolopisma pretiosum 


compared with Carlia sp. 529 

Leiolopisma smithi 


habitat of 196, 369, 410 



Leiolopisma striatum 

behaviour 375 




Leiolopisma suteri 





Leiolopisma trilineatum 




eaten by Notechis coronatus 363 





Leiolopisma zelandica 

compared with Lampropholis guichenoti 388 

Leiolopisma zia 

parental care of eggs 211 


Leiopelma archeyi 



development 147 





133


Leiopelma hamiltoni 








predation by Sphenodon punctatus 399 


Leiopelma hochstetteri 


compared with Rheobatrachus silus 147 







Lepidochelys olivacea 

compared with Caretta caretta 320 

compared with Chelonia mydas 320 

encrustation by Barnacle Chelonibia caretta 320 

encrustation by Barnacle Chelonibia testudinaria 320 

encrustation by Barnacle Platylepas sp. 320 


Lepidodactylus lugubris 


failure to locate on Lizard Island, Qld 317 

Lerista allanae 


Lerista bipes 






Lerista borealis 


Lerista bougainvillii 





Lerista connivens 


Lerista desertorum 



134

Lerista distinguenda 


Lerista elegans 

predation by Vermicella bertholdi 176 


Lerista fragilis 


Lerista frosti 


Lerista gerrardii 


Lerista humphriesi 


Lerista karlschmidti 


Lerista labialis 


Lerista lineata 


Lerista lineopunctulata 


Lerista microtis 


Lerista muelleri 



Lerista neander 


Lerista nichollsi 


Lerista orientalis 


Lerista picturata 


Lerista planiventrale 


Lerista praepedita 


Lerista punctatovittata 

compared with Anomalopus mackayi 462 




135


Lerista spp. 

compared with Aprasia inaurita 425 

Lerista stylis 


Lerista terdigitata 


Lerista walkeri 


Lerista wilkinsi 


Lerista xanthura 



Lialis burtonis 

behaviour 361 



sympatric with Demansia psammophis 246 


Liasis 


Liasis amethistinus 



diseases in wild 292 


Liasis amethistinus kinghorni 


Liasis childreni 



ate Bat 463 













predation by Haliaeetus leucogaster 317 



sloughing 423 


136

Liasis childreni (?) 


Liasis fuscus 

ate Psephotus sp. 170 

behaviour 170 




Liasis mackloti 


Liasis olivaceus 

population status in Darwin area, NT 530 


Liasis perthensis 


Limnodynastes dorsalis 

male combat 156 


predation on Hemiptera (Pentatomidae) 437 



Limnodynastes dumerilii 



Limnodynastes dumerilii dumerilii 


Limnodynastes dumerilii grayi 


Limnodynastes fletcheri 



Limnodynastes ornatus 

predation on Coleoptera (Carabidae, Scarabaeidae, Elateridae 437 


Limnodynastes peronii 

predation by Dendrelaphis punctulatus 437 


abnormality 513 




eaten by Drepanodontis signata 417 



predation on Coleoptera (Elateridae) 437 

predation on Diptera (Sciaridae) 437 


predation on Homoptera 437 


137



Limnodynastes spenceri 



Limnodynastes tasmaniensis 






Reproduction 124 

Litoria adelaidensis 




Litoria aurea 








Litoria booroolongensis 




Litoria brevipalmata 





Litoria caerulea 




compared with Litoria cavernicola 463 

compared with Litoria gracilenta 367 







predation on Araneida (Pentatomidae) 437 

predation on Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae) 437 



predation on Orthoptera (Gryllacrididae) 437 



138

Litoria cavernicola 

compared with Litoria caerulea 463 



Litoria chloris 





Litoria citropa 



Litoria coplandi 




Litoria dahlii 

agonistic behaviour 435 



basking behaviour 435 

behaviour 435 


compared with Cyclorana novaehollandiae 435 

compared with Cyclorana platycephala 435 

compared with Rheobatrachus silus 435 




mouth morphology 435 6 Ædation on Arachnida (Araneae) 435 

predation on Arthropoda (Acarina) 435 


predation on Chilopoda 435 


predation on Collembola 435 



predation on Ephemeroptera 435 





predation on Odonata 435 

predation on Oligochaeta 435 


predation on Ostrocoda 435 

predation on Thysanoptera 435 

predation on Trichoptera 435 

predation on Zygoptera 435 

Litoria dentata 


compared with Litoria rubella 124 



139

Litoria eucnemis 


Litoria ewingi 





distribution in NZ 496 




Litoria fallax 



Litoria freycineti 


Litoria glauerti 


Litoria gracilenta 


compared with Litoria caerulea 367 




life span 367 

Litoria jervisiensis 




predation on Homoptera 437 



Litoria latopalmata 





Litoria lesueurii 


sympatric with Philoria sphagnicolus 556 


Litoria maculata 

behaviour 264 


Litoria meiriana 


predation by Hymenoptera (Formicidae) 463 

Litoria nannotis 



140

Litoria nasuta 




Litoria pearsoniana 


colour variation 187 





synchrosympatric with Taudactylus diurnus 187 

Litoria peronii 




Litoria phyllochroa 


predation by Mixophyes fasciolatus 555 



predation on Plecoptera 437 

Litoria raniformis 





distribution in NZ 496 




Litoria rothi 



Litoria rubella 



compared with Litoria dentata 124 


Litoria sp. (unidentified) 


Litoria sp. 


Litoria splendida 



Litoria verreauxii 




141




predation on Orthoptera (Gryllidae)437 


Litoria wotjulumensis 


Lophognathus gilberti gilberti 


Lucasium damaeum 


occupation of Trapdoor Spider burrow 301 

Lygosoma australis 


Lygosoma ophioscincus 


Lygosoma verreauxii 


Megistolotis lignarius 


Menetia greyii 






Micropechis ikaheka 


Mixophyes balbus 


Mixophyes fasciolatus 




predation on Litoria phyllochroa 555 

sympatric with Mixophyes iteratus 187 

Mixophyes iteratus 



sympatric with Mixophyes fasciolatus 187 

Moloch horridus 



display behaviour 300 



mention of 24 


142


Morelia 


Morelia argus 

nomenclature 293 

Morelia spilota 

compared with Hoplocephalus bungaroides 7 





illegal collecting of 451 

life span 352 

mention of 60 

nomenclature 293 



scalation 451 


Morelia spilota imbricata 


illegal collecting of 451 

morphology 451 

scalation 451 


Morelia spilota spilota 


predation on Pseudocheirus peregrinus 437 






predation on Perameles nasuta 518 

predation on Pseudocheirus peregrinus 518 

predation on Rattus fuscipes 518 


predation on Trichosurus vulpecula (?) 518 


Morelia spilota spilota X Morelia spilota variegata 



growth 257 

reproduction (captive hybridization) 257 

Morelia spilota variegata 


ate Amphibolurus barbatus 343 

ate Melopsittacus undulatus 343 

compared with Morelia spilota imbricata 451 






143



morphology 451 

predation on Oryctolagus cuniculus 518 


scalation 451 


Morethia adelaidensis 

eaten by Omolepida branchialis 159 



Morethia boulengeri 







Morethia butleri 


Morethia lineoocellata 


Morethia obscura 




Morethia ruficauda ruficauda 


Morethia taeniopleura 


Myobatrachus gouldii 


Naja 

mention only 41 

Natrix mairii 

compared with Tropidechis carinatus 380 

died after eating Pseudophryne bibroni 27 

Natrix natrix 

artificial respiration 83 

Naultinus elegans 

compared with Hoplodactylus spp. 441 








144

Neobatrachus centralis 





Neobatrachus pictus 

predation by Pseudechis guttatus 518 

adaptation for digging 124 

Neobatrachus sp. (cf) pictus 

possible hybridization with Neobatrachus sp. 301 

Nephrurus laevissimus 

behaviour 193 





status in SA 193 

Nephrurus levis 





Nephrurus stellatus 







Notaden nichollsi 



Notechis 


Notechis ater 

proposed study 100 

Notechis ater humphreysi 



Notechis ater niger 


predation on Pelagodroma marina 302 

predation on Zosterops lateralis 302 

Notechis ater serventyi 


Notechis coronatus 


ate Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus 363 


145

ate Leiolopisma trilineatum 363 





scalation 372 

Notechis curta 


Notechis scutatus 

abundance 274 

association with flooding 179 





infested by Dolichoperides macalpini 241 



predation on Pseudophryne australis 437 

proposed study 96 

reportedly killed dog 45 


surgical removal of venom glands 383 


toxicology of venom 162 


Notechis scutatus niger 


Notechis scutatus occidentalis 



effects of rabbits 473 




use of burrows of Puffinus pacificus 473 

Notechis scutatus scutatus 



Notoscincus davisi 


Notoscincus kinghorni 


Notoscincus ornatus 


Notoscincus wotjulum 





146

Oedura filicipoda 


compared with Gehyra xenopus 463 

compared with Underwoodisaurus 463 



Oedura gracilis 





Oedura lesueurii 





sympatric with Phyllurus platurus 247 

Oedura marmorata 


Oedura obscura 

compared with Oedura rhombifer 463 



Oedura rhombifer 

compared with Oedura obscura 463 


Oedura tryoni 





Omolepida branchiale 


Omolepida branchialis 

ate Ctenotus leonhardii 159 

ate Morethia adelaidensis 159 

Omolepida casuarinae 


Ophidiocephalus taeniatus 




seasonal colour change 130 

Ophioscincus ophioscincus 


Ophioscincus truncatus 



147

Oxyuranus microlepidotus 


behaviour 391 

compared with Oxyuranus scutellatus 391 

compared with Pseudonaja nuchalis 181 






predation on Rattus villosissimus 391 

scalation 391 


Oxyuranus scutellatus 

compared with Oxyuranus microlepidotus 391 



Paradelma orientalis 



Parademansia microlepidota 

mention of 102, 115 

photograph 180 

Pelamis platurus 


predation by Hydrurga leptonyx 263 


Philoria frosti 




Philoria loveridgei 



Philoria sphagnicolus 

compared with Arenophryne rotunda 516 

compared with Heleioporus australiacus 516 

compared with Philoria frosti 516 

compared with Philoria loveridgei 516 






predation on Arachnida (mites, pseudoscorpions, harvestmen) 516 



predation on Crustacea (slaters) 516 


predation on Hymenoptera (ants and wasps) 516 


sympatric with Litoria lesueurii 556 

148

Phyllodactylus marmoratus 

sympatry with Gehyra variegata 201 

communal egg-laying 201, 283 





Phyllurus cornutus 

eggs eaten by Gonocephalus boydii 140 

Phyllurus platurus 

autotomy 247 














predation on Arachnida (Hemicloea sp.) 247 

predation on Coleoptera (Elateridae) 437 



sympatric with Egernia cunninghami 247 

sympatric with Oedura lesueurii 247 



Physignathus lesueurii 

ate Dianella sp. berries 437 



attacked by Sphenomorphus quoyii 428 

behaviour 14, 259, 428 






diving and submergence 428 

eaten by Pseudonaja textilis 428 

effects of pollution 428 

fight to death between males 259 


growth 259 


hibernation 428 

life span 259, 352 

mention of 66 

possible hybrid zone 428 

possible underwater feeding 428 



predation on Araneida (Thynnidae - Thynnoides sp.) 437 

149




predation on Diplopoda 437 


predation on Heteroptera 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Apidae - Apis mellifera) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae, Apoidea) 437 

predation on Hymenoptera (Tiphiidae) 437 


predation on Odonata 437 


reproduction 220, 259, 323, 428, 468 

tail regeneration 428 

territoriality 259, 428 


Physignathus lesueurii howitti 



Platymantis vitianus 


Platymantis vitiensis 



Pogona barbata 


Pogona minor 


Pogona vitticeps 



Proablepharus davisi 


Proablepharus kinghorni 


Proablepharus reginae 


Proablepharus tenuis 


Pseudechis australis 


compared with Pseudonaja textilis 10 


mention of 28 


reaction by Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii to 395 


150

Pseudechis butleri 


common name proposed 158 

compared with Pseudechis australis 158 

compared with Pseudechis guttatus 158 

Pseudechis colletti 




Pseudechis colletti guttatus 


Pseudechis guttatus 

behaviour 448 





predation on Neobatrachus pictus 518 


Pseudechis mortonensis 


Pseudechis porphyriacus 



compared with Hoplocephalus bungaroides 424 

compared with Hoplocephalus stephensii 424 


diet in wild 204, 514, 518 

diving behaviour 433 

effects of envenomation 289, 291 




possible effects of Bufo marinus 179 

possibly killed Ahaetulla punctulatus 178 

predation on Egernia cunninghami 437 

predation on Limnodynastes dumerilli 204 

predation on Limnodynastes peronii 437 

predation on Litoria fallax 518 

predation on Physignathus lesueurii 428 

predation on Pygopus lepidopodus 437 

predation on Sphenomorphus tympanum 514 

predation on Tiliqua nigrolutea 514 

predation on Tiliqua scincoides 437 

predation on Typhlina nigrescens 518 

reproduction 165, 214, 424, 449 

trapped in old well 177 


Pseudechis spp. 


Pseudelaps diadema 

behaviour 271 



151



venom toxicity not yet investigated 325 

Pseudemoia 


Pseudemoia spenceri 



Pseudemydura umbrina 

behaviour 429 





history of discovery 429 

potential effects of forest destruction 429 

predators (unspecified) 429 


Pseudemys scripta elegans 


Pseudonaja affinis 



Pseudonaja affinis affinis 

behaviour 366 

Pseudonaja modesta 

predation by spider (Miturga sp. ?) 402 

study methodology 401 

Pseudonaja nuchalis 


colouration in life 161, 446 

compared with Oxyuranus microlepidotus 181 







predation on Varanus gouldii 518 




Pseudonaja spp. 

study planned 106 

Pseudonaja textilis 



ate Physignathus lesueurii 428 

bit Hyla caerulea - no ill effects 296 

compared with Pseudechis australis 10 


152








scalation 10 

sympatry with Unechis flagellum 505 

syntopic with Tiliqua scincoides 274 


Pseudonaja textilis inframacula 


Pseudonaja textilis textilis 


behaviour 534 

compared with Tiliqua casuarinae 418 



Pseudophryne australis 


predation by Notechis scutatus 437 

predation on Arachnida (mites) 512 





predation on Pseudoscorpions 512 

Pseudophryne bibronii 


eaten by Hypsirhina macleayi (snake nearly died) 27 

eaten by Natrix mairii (snake died) 27 

toxic to snakes 27 

predation on Coleoptera (Curculionidae) 437 




Pseudophryne corroboree 


Pseudophryne sp. 


Pseudophryne spp. 


Pseudothecadactylus lindneri cavaticus 



Pygopodidae 



153

Pygopus lepidopodus 








predation by Cryptophis nigrescens 508 





Pygopus nigriceps 



Python amethistinus 



Python oenpelliensis 

behaviour 145 





scalation 145 

Python timoriensis 



Ramphotyphlops australis 





probable predation by Centipede (Order: Scolepondrina) 402 


Ramphotyphlops bituberculatus 


Ramphotyphlops nigrescens 


Ramphotyphlops sp. 


Rana esculenta 


Rana temporaria 


Ranidella parinsignifera 


154

Ranidella signifera 




Rheobatrachus silus 


compared with Leiopelma hochstetteri 147 





synchrosympatric with Taudactylus diurnus 187 

threats to survival 187 

Rheodytes leukops 


Rhynchoedura ornata 


Saiphos equalis 





predation by Cacophis squamulosus 518 

predation by Hemiaspis signata 518 


Saiphos reticulatum 


Simoselaps semifasciatus 


Sphenodon punctatus 

association with Pachyptila turtur 399 

association with Pelecanoides urinatrix 399 

association with Rattus exulans 399 




palaeontology 496 


predation by Rattus spp. 369, 399, 412 

predation on Leiopelma hamiltoni 399 


Sphenomorphus australis 


Sphenomorphus crassicaudus 



Sphenomorphus fasciolatus 



155

Sphenomorphus isolepis 






tail-waving behaviour 463 

Sphenomorphus kosciuskoi 



Sphenomorphus mjobergi 


Sphenomorphus murrayi 




Sphenomorphus nigricaudis 



Sphenomorphus pardalis 

behaviour 427 






Sphenomorphus pseudornatus 


Sphenomorphus pumilum 


Sphenomorphus punctulatus 


Sphenomorphus quoyii 

attacked Physignathus lesueurii 428 

burrows used by Amphiesma mairii 334 


colour variation 297 



eaten by Physignathus lesueurii 428 

eaten by Liasis childreni 295 

effects of urbanisation 201 



mention of 54 




predators 189 




156

scalation 456 



Sphenomorphus richardsoni 


Sphenomorphus scutirostrum 



Sphenomorphus tenuis 







predation on Hymenoptera (Formicidae - Rhytidoponera sp.) 437 



Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis 


ate Ablepharus greyii 420 

autotomy 420 

behaviour 420 







mention of 92 





Sphenomorphus tigrina 


Sphenomorphus tympanum 








Stegonotus cucullatus 



Stegonotus plumbeous 

ate Hyla aurea 25 


157

Styporhynchus mairii 


Suta flagellum 



Suta suta 


predation on Egernia striolata 518 

predation on Gehyra variegata 518 

Taudactylus diurnus 





synchrosympatric with Litoria pearsoniana 187 

synchrosympatric with Rheobatrachus silus 187 

Terrepene carolina 


Testudo graeca 


Testudo hermanni 


Testudo marginata 


Tiliqua adelaidensis 

compared with Tiliqua nigrolutea 519 




compared with Egernia multiscutata 207 

compared with Egernia whitii 207 

compared with Tiliqua branchialis 207 


compared with Tiliqua gerrardii 207 


compared with Tiliqua sp (cf) branchialis 207 




natural history 207 

presumed habitat 207 

presumed predators 207 


search for surviving population 111 

Tiliqua branchialis 









158


Tiliqua casuarinae 




compared with Pseudonaja t. textilis 418 




mimicry 418 

reaction to Egernia whitii 418 

Tiliqua gerrardii 

activity pattern 322, 464 












growth 218, 478 





reproduction 137, 218, 378, 397, 464, 478 

use of rat nest in tree 339 

Tiliqua gigas 


distribution on islands 455 

possible introduction to Admiralty Islands 455 

possible introduction to Java, Indonesia 455 


Tiliqua gigas keyensis 


Tiliqua maxima 


Tiliqua multifasciata 


association with aboriginal people 232 

attempted predation by Falco berigora 229 



distribution in Northern Territory 359 




sympatry with Tiliqua occipitalis 232 


159


Tiliqua nigrolutea 


behaviour 224 





compared with Tiliqua branchialis 519 



compared with Tiliqua maxima 519 

compared with Tiliqua multifasciata 519 

compared with Tiliqua occipitalis 519 

compared with Tiliqua scincoides 519, 454 

compared with Trachydosaurus rugosus 519 



diet in wild 224, 514, 519 




fungi in diet 514, 519 

growth 224 

hybridization with Tiliqua scincoides 464 


mention of 24 




predation on Cicadas 514 

predation on Coleoptera (Anoplognathus spp.,) 519 

predation on Coleoptera (Passalidae) 519 


predation on Coleoptera (? Melolonthinae) 519 

predation on Coleoptera (? Tenebrionidae) 519 

predation on Coleoptera (Carabidae) 514 

predation on Coleoptera (Chrysomelidae - Paropsini) 514 


predation on Coleoptera (Scarabaeidae - Anoplognathus suturalis) 514 

predation on Coleoptera (Melolonthinae) 514 

predation on Coleoptera (Tenebrionidae) 514 

predation on Diplopoda (millipede) 514 

predation on Gastropoda (slug) 519 




predation on Lepidoptera (Noctuidae) 519 


seed and fungal spore dispersal 519 


Tiliqua occipitalis 

association with aboriginal people 232 







lightness in weight 224 

160

predation on Blaps polychresta (Coleoptera) 434 

sympatry with Tiliqua multifasciata 232 

Tiliqua rugosa 

albinism 35, 459 




preference for yellow flowers 27 



Tiliqua rugosa asper 

albinism 459 

Tiliqua scincoides 


ate fruit of Persoonia sp. 437 


ate carrion (remains of possum) 437 

birth defects 218 


clinal variation in size (possible) 224 

compared with Egernia cunninghami 454 

compared with Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii 395 



compared with Tiliqua nigrolutea 454, 519 







eaten by Varanus varius 304 

effects of inadequate diet 218 



hybridisation with Tiliqua nigrolutea 464 

life span 464 




predation on Coleoptera (Carabidae) 437 


predation on Gastropoda (Helix sp.) 437 



reproduction 224, 454, 464, 484 


syntopic with Pseudonaja textilis 274 


Tiliqua scincoides scincoides 

albinism 459 




161

Tiliqua sp. (cf) branchialis 




Trachydosaurus rugosus 







effects of pet industry 252 

effects of traffic 252 


life span 404 


sloughing 404 

Tropidechis carinatus 


ate Gehyra variegata 380 

ate Hyla dentata 380 

ate Hyla peronii 380 




compared with Natrix mairii 380 

compared with Notechis scutatus 380 










predation on Lechriodus fletcheri 518 

predation on Litoria sp. 518 



scalation 380 

venom toxicity 380 

Tropidechis dunensis 


Tropidophorus queenslandiae 


Tympanocryptis 


Tympanocryptis cephalus (?) 


Tympanocryptis lineata tetraporophora 



162

Tympanocryptis sp. 

behaviour 278 


Typhlina australis 


Typhlina bramina 

exotic in Darwin area, NT 530 

Typhlina diversa 

compared with Typhlina tovelli 243 

Typhlina nigrescens 



Typhlina nigroterminata 


confusion with Typhlina guentheri 530 




Typhlina tovelli 



compared with Typhlina diversa 243 

Typhlina unguirostris 


Typhlina wiedii 


Typhlops nigrescens 


Typhlops polygrammicus 


Underwoodisaurus 

compared with Oedura filicipoda 463 

Underwoodisaurus milii 





Unechis flagellum 



ate Ctenotus robustus [juv] 234 

ate Hemiergis decresiensis 234 

ate Lampropholis guichenoti 234, 505 


ate Leiolopisma duperreyi 505 

ate Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii 234, 505 

ate Leiolopisma trilineatum 234 


163

ate Lerista bougainvillii 234, 505 

ate Morethia boulengeri 234 

ate Phyllodactylus marmoratus 505 

cannibalism 504, 505 


defensive behaviour 234, 502 






growth 505 





predation on (?) Ranidella signifera 234 

reproduction 234, 503, 504, 505 


sloughing 505 

sympatry with Pseudonaja textilis 505 

Unechis gouldii 


Unechis nigrescens 



Unechis nigriceps 


Uperoleia laevigata 


Uperoleia marmorata 



Uperoleia sp. 


predation on Arachnida (spiders and mites) 512 

predation on Arthopoda (Webspinners) 512 









predation on Hymenoptera (ants and wasps)512 




predation on Pseudoscorpions 512 

predation on Thysanoptera 512 


164

Varanus acanthurus 

ate Carlia burnettii 285 

ate Cryptoblepharus boutonii 285 

ate Ctenotus robustus 285 

ate Ctenotus strauchii 285 


ate Egernia whitei 285 

ate Gehyra variegata 285 

ate Heteronotia binoei 285 

ate Lampropholis delicata 285 



ate Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii 285 

ate Leiolopisma platynotum 285 

ate Morethia boulengeri 285 




Varanus brevicauda 




Varanus giganteus 




Varanus gilleni 




Varanus glauerti 


behaviour 436 




Varanus glebopalma 


behaviour 436 




Varanus gouldii 




habitat of 317, 446, 463 

mention of 28 

predation by Pseudonaja nuchalis 518 


Varanus gouldii flavirufus 




165


Varanus gouldii rosenbergi 



Varanus mertensi 





Varanus rosenbergi 

behaviour 366 

Varanus semiremex 

early record from Lizard Island, Qld rejected 317 

Varanus sp. 

predation on Notechis ater niger 302 

Varanus storri 



unusual cause of death in captivity 71 

Varanus timorensis 

compared with Varanus tristis 169 

Varanus tristis 

compared with Varanus timorensis 169 



Varanus tristis orientalis 

behaviour 169 



habitat of 169, 222, 476 

recorded from NSW 490 

Varanus tristis tristis 

behaviour 169 





Varanus varius 


ate Amphibolurus barbatus 304 

ate dead Varanus varius 510 


attacked by Dacelo novaeguineae 71 




escapee in urban area 452 

feeding on remains of Macropus giganteus 307 

life span 304 


166





predation on Arthropoda (Phasmatodea) 437 

predation on Coleoptera (Cerambycidae) 437 

predation on Coleoptera (Scarabaeididae) 437 




predation on Lepidoptera (Sphingidae - Coequosa sp.) 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Acrididae) 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Gryllacrididae) 437 

predation on Orthoptera (Stenopelmatidae) 437 


reproduction 152, 355, 493, 510 

Vermicella bertholdi 



predation on Lerista elegans 176 

Vermicella bimaculata 

study methodology 401 

Vipera berus 

behaviour 559 



diet in 560 



general biology 559, 560 




Dacelo novaeguineae 

attacked Varanus varius 71 

predation on Demansia psammophis 342 

Eudyptula minor 

effects of oil pollution 473 

Falco berigora 

attempted predation on Tiliqua multifascata 229 

predation on Amphibolurus nuchalis 229 

predation on Pseudechis australis 229 

predation on Pseudonaja nuchalis 229 

predation on reptiles 229 

predation on Varanus gouldii flavirufus 229 

Gallirallus australis 

predation on Hoplodactylus maculatus 496 

Haliaeetus leucogaster 

predation on Liasis childreni 317 

Birds 

167

Melopsittacus undulatus 

eaten by Morelia spilota variegata 343 

Nymphicus hollandicus 

predation by Boiga irregularis 518 

Pachyptila turtur 

association with Sphenodon punctatus 399 

Pelagodroma marina 

predation by Notechis ater niger 302 

Pelecanoides urinatrix 


Psephotus sp. 

eaten by Liasis fuscus 170 

Puffinus pacificus 

use of burrows by Notechis scutatus occidentalis 473 

Sericulus bakeri 


Strepera graculina 

predation on Bufo marinus 146 

Strigops habroptilus 

sympatric with Hoplodactylus rakiurae 496 

Zosterops lateralis 

predation by Notechis ater niger 302 

Antechinus stuartii 

potential predator of Phyllurus platurus 247 

Dugong dugon 

remains in old aboriginal middens 317 

Felis catus 

potential predator of Phyllurus platurus 247 

predation on Hoplodactylus rakiurae 496 

predation on Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis 420 

predation on Tiliqua gerrardii 464 

Hydrurga leptonyx 

predation on Pelamis platurus 263 

Macropus giganteus 

carrion eaten by Varanus varius 307 

Mus musculus 

predation by Egernia kingii 473 

predation by Notechis scutatus occidentalis 473 

predation by Pseudonaja nuchalis 518 



Mammals 

168

Ornithorhynchus anatinus 

killed by floods 179 

Oryctolagus cuniculus 

predation by Morelia spilota variegata 518 

Perameles nasuta 

predation by Morelia spilota spilota 518 

Pseudocheirus peregrinus 



Rattus exulans 


predation on Cyclodina aenea 411 

predation on Cyclodina oliveri 411 

predation on Cyclodina ornata 411 

predation on Hoplodactylus duvauceli 411 

predation on Leiolopisma moco 411 

predation on Leiolopisma smithi 411 

predation on Sphenodon punctatus 410 

Rattus fuscipes 


Rattus norvegicus 

potential predator of lizards 411 

predation on Leiolopisma acrinasum 496 

Rattus rattus 






Rattus spp. 

predation on Cyclodina aenea 369 

predation on Cyclodina alani 369 

predation on Cyclodina macgregori 369 

predation on Cyclodina oliveri 369 

predation on Cyclodina ornata 369 

predation on Cyclodina whitakeri 369 

predation on Hoplodactylus duvauceli 369 

predation on Hoplodactylus granulatus 369 

predation on Hoplodactylus maculatus 369 

predation on Leiolopisma homalonotum 369 

predation on Leiolopisma moco 369 

predation on Leiolopisma smithi 369 

predation on Leiolopisma suteri 369 

predation on Naultinus elegans 369 

predation on Sphenodon punctatus 369, 399, 412 

Rattus villosissimus 

eaten by Oxyuranus microlepidotus 391 

predation by Oxyuranus microlepidotus 391 

use of deserted burrows by Ctenotus regius 244 


169

Sminthopsis ooldea 

predation on Amphibolurus isolepis 233 

Trichosurus vulpecula 


Trichosurus vulpecula (?) 


Vulpes vulpes 

predation on Chelodina longicollis 248 

predation on Emydura macquarii 497 

Unidentified Bat 

predation by Liasis childreni 463 

Gambusia sp. 


predation on Amphibia 123 

Salmo sp. 

predation on Denisonia coronoides coronoides (?) 45 


Fishes 

170


TAXON/GEOGRAPHICAL INDEX 

Note: The names of taxa used in this index are those as originally published. Invalid spellings have been 

corrected to reduce confusion, but erroneous determinations have not been corrected here. A separate 

index of all names in their originally published form is cross-referenced against the relevant name that is 

considered to be in current use (see Current Taxonomy Index in the final part of this series). 

Reptiles and Amphibians 

Ablepharus boutonii 

Boondall, near Brisbane, Qld 332 

Coen district, Qld 336 

Geebung, near Brisbane, Qld 332 

Virginia, 7 miles NNE of Brisbane, Qld 332 

Wavell Heights, near Brisbane, Qld 332 

Zillmere, near Brisbane, Qld 332 

Ablepharus burnetti 

Sydney area, NSW 172 

Ablepharus taeniopleurus 


Acanthophis antarcticus 

Blue Mountains, NSW 335 

Bundeena, Sydney, NSW 258 


Conondale Range, ca. 90 km north of Brisbane, Qld 188 

Cooroy to Gympie area, Qld 183 

Dharug National Park, Gosford area, NSW 518 

Hazelbrook, NSW 335 

Iron Duke region, (33 23’ X 137 10’), SA 281 

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney NSW 437 

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney, NSW 518 


Lawson, NSW 335 

Magnetic Island, Qld 329 

Manly to Palm Beach area, Sydney, NSW 335 

Middleback Range area, (33 23’ X 137 10’), SA 301 


Norah Head, NSW 177 



Numugen River, middle Sogeram Valley, PNG 340 

Oxford Falls, Sydney, NSW 256 

Port Germein, SA 281 

Reevesby Island, SA 302 

Royal National Park, Sydney, NSW 335 

Sandy Hollow, NSW 258 

Seaforth, Sydney, NSW 335 

St. Ives, (33 44’ X 151 12’), Sydney, NSW 275 



Tumby Bay, SA 281 

Waterfall, Sydney, NSW 335 

Woodford, NSW 335 

York Peninsula area, SA 377 

Acanthophis antarcticus antarcticus 

Pennant Hills, Sydney, NSW 246 

171


Acanthophis antarcticus pyrrhus 

Alice Springs area, NT 359 

Barrow Creek, NT 359 

Hermannsburg Mission, (23 36’ X 132 40’), NT 359 

Acanthophis pyrrhus 

Macdonnell Ranges, NT 236 

Acrochordus javanicus 


Adelotus brevis 


Crows Nest National Park, (27 15’ X 152 06’), Qld 371 

Lismore area, NSW 242 

Ravensbourne National Park, (27 21’ X 152 12’), Qld 371 


Ahaetulla punctulata 

Bluff, Qld 277 


Cairns area, Qld 30 

Castlecrag, Sydney, NSW 335 


Dee Why, Sydney, NSW 335 

Helensburgh area, Sydney, NSW 49 


Proserpine, Qld 30 

Aipysurus laevis 

Swain Reef, Qld 227 

Amphibolurus barbatus 


Ballarat region, Vic 403 

Bathurst, NSW 122 

Beechworth area, Vic 474 

Bigga, NSW 376 


Bundaberg area, Qld 432 

Clarendon, SA 201 

Coffs Harbour, NSW 122 


Corunna Hills, (32 44’ X 137 08’), SA 542 

Earlwood, Sydney, NSW 419 


Glenorie, Sydney, NSW 512 

Greystanes, Sydney, NSW 525 

Kandos, NSW 525 


Kurrajong, (33 34’ X 151 41’), Sydney, NSW 408 

Lansvale, Sydney, NSW 525 

Liverpool, Sydney, NSW 525 

Macquarie Fields, NSW 122 

Middle Dural, Sydney, NSW 525 

Mildura, NSW 122 

Mt. Barker, SA 201 

Mt. Lofty Ranges, SA 201 

Mylor, SA 201 

172


South Strathfield, Sydney, NSW 525 



Tamworth, NSW 122 



West Wyalong, NSW 122 

Wetherill Park, Sydney, NSW 525 

Yennora, Sydney, NSW 525 


Amphibolurus barbatus barbatus 

Tamworth area, NSW 297 

Amphibolurus caudicinctus 



Amphibolurus cristatus 


Amphibolurus decresii 


Koonanberry Mountain, north of Broken Hill, NSW 202 



Mylor, SA 201 

Amphibolurus diemensis 


Dungowan Dam, ca 25 km south-east of Tamworth, (31 13’ X 151 06’), NSW 492 

Mt. Ku-ring-gai, Sydney , NSW 246 


Amphibolurus fionni 



Amphibolurus fordi 

Coonbah Station homestead - 12.5 km north of, (32 53’ X 141 36’), NSW 461 

Danggali Conservation Park, (33 34’ X 140 56’), SA 394 



Amphibolurus inermis 


Amphibolurus isolepis 


Ayers Rock - 12 km north-east of, (25 16’ X 131 09’), NT 233 

Ayres Rock, NT 228 

Amphibolurus mitchelli 


Amphibolurus muricatus 



Big Island, Five Islands Group, (34 29’ X 150 56’), NSW 456 


173


Churchill National Park, ca 8 miles from Melbourne, Vic 253 


Cowell area, SA 237 

Frankston, Vic 253 

Halls Gap, Vic 253 


Point Leo, Mornington Peninsula, Vic 253 



Amphibolurus muricatus muricatus 

Dungowan Dam, ca 25 km south-east of Tamworth, (31 13’ X 151 06’), NSW 297 

Moonbi Ranges, NSW 297 

Amphibolurus nobbi 


Moor Creek, NSW 297 


Wilpena Pound area, SA 102 

Amphibolurus nobbi coggeri 

Mungo Lakes National Park - 2.4 km west of SE corner of, (33 48 X 143 11’), NSW 446 

Top Hut Station - 7km NNE of Roys Tank on, NSW 446 

Top Hut Station - 8 km north-east of Roys Tank on, NSW 446 

Top Hut Station homestead - 6.4 km south of, on Old Arumpo Rd., (33 43’ X 142 55’), NSW 446 

Amphibolurus nobbi nobbi 

Bylong, NSW 219 

Molonglo and Murrumbidgee Rivers - confluence of the, (35 15’ X 148 59’), ACT 219 

Amphibolurus nuchalis 



Bokhara, (24 29’ X 134 02’), NT 426 

Broken Hill, NSW 426 

Cobar - 55 km west of, NSW 426 

Cobar, NSW 426 

Cross Roads Dam, Liddle Hills, (24 57’ X 132 14’), NT 426 

Uluru National Park, (25 17’ X 131 00’), NT 229 

Amphibolurus pictus 

Anna Creek Station, SA 546 

Charlotte Waters - 7 km NNW of, (25 53’ X 134 52’), NT 244 


Macumba region, north of Oodnadatta, SA 546 


Western side of Lake Eyre, SA 546 

Whyalla, (33 03’ X 137 31’), SA 282 

Amphibolurus vadnappa 


Amphibolurus vitticeps 

Mokari region, Simpson Desert, SA 546 



Quambone, NSW 308 

Whyalla, (33 03’ X 137 34’), SA 299 

174

Amphibolurus winneckei 


Amphiesma (Natrix) mairii 







Amphiesma mairii 

Brisbane River at Riverview (near Moggill), Brisbane, Qld 179 







Wandoan, ca 150 miles west of Gympie, Qld 334 

Wongabel, Qld 183 

Anomalopus leuckartii 

Kulpi area, Qld 215 

Murrurundi - ca. 2 km south-west of, (in Paradise Park), NSW 215 

Anomalopus mackayi 

Wallangra - 0.9 km south-east of, (on the Ashford road), NSW 462 

Wallangra - 4.5 km north-west of, NSW 462 

Wallangra - 6.9 km NNW of, (via the Yetman road), (29 12’ X 150 51’), NSW 462 

Anomalopus reticulatus Conondale Range, ca. 90 km north of Brisbane, Qld 188 

Maleny - 6km south-east of, Qld 186 

Anomalopus swansoni 

Milson Island, (33 31’ X 151 11’), NSW 456 


Anomalopus truncatus 

Blackall Range area, Qld 186 

Anomalopus verreauxii 




Aprasia inaurita 


Aprasia striolata 


Esperance - ca 65 km west of, (33 44’ X 121 17’), NSW 157 



Mylor, SA 201 

Aspidites melanocephalus 

Calliope, west of Gladstone, Qld 430 


175

Aspidites melanocephalus melanocephalus 

Capella, Qld 277 

Aspidites ramsayi 


Ayers Rock - 15 km north-west of, NT 235 

Ayers Rock - 3 km west of, NT 235 

Ayers Rock, NT 235 

Innamincka - 15 km south of, SA 235 

Aspidomorphus diadema 


Aspidomorphus harriettae 

Dalby, Qld 277 

Aspidomorphus squamulosus 








Assa darlingtoni 


Astrotia stokesii 

Wistari Reef, Capricorn Section, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Qld 558 

Austrelaps sp. 

Arbury Park, Adelaide, (138 45’ X 35 00’), SA 144 

Fleurieu Peninsula, SA 201 

Kangaroo Island, SA 144 

Kangaroo Island, SA 201 


Norton Summit of Mt Lofty, SA 201 

Austrelaps superbus 




Bombala - 10 km east of, (on Burrimbucco Rd), NSW 514 

Bondi State Forest, Bombala area, NSW 518 

Bungaree, Vic 403 

Cooma area, NSW 518 

Gordon, Vic 403 

Mt. Egerton, Vic 403 

Boiga fusca 


Boiga irregularis 

Bellingen, NSW 518 




Cooroy area, (on Black Mountain rd.) (Gympie 1:250000, GR 596723), Qld 183 


Long Flat via Gympie, (on Gympie 1:250000, GR 584737), Qld 183 

176









Terry Hills, (33 43’ X 151 17’), Sydney, NSW 518 

Wyong area, (33 15 X 151 15’), NSW 274 

Brachyurophis australis 


Grovely, Brisbane, Qld 179 

Moonbi Lookout, NSW 297 

Tamworth - 6 miles north-east of, NSW 297 


Bufo marinus 

Binna Burra, via Bangalow, NSW 146 

Proserpine-Bowen area, Qld 422 

Townsville area, Qld 115 

Cacophis harriettae 









Cacophis krefftii 



Karangi, NSW 532 


Cacophis squamulosus 

Scotland Island, (33 39 X 151 17’), NSW 456 

Avalon, Sydney, NSW 518 

Bundaberg - 50 km south of, Qld 430 

Cabbage Tree Island, (32 42’ X 152 14’), NSW 456 

Castle Hill, Sydney, NSW 246 

Chichester State Forest, NSW 494 




Dangar Island, (33 32’ X 151 14’), NSW 456 

Dorrigo, NSW 518 




Mt. Boss State Forest, Wauchope area, NSW 518 


Mt. Warning, NSW 533 





177

Turramurra, Sydney, NSW 518 

Calyptotis scutirostrum 

Wiangaree State Forest, NSW 211 


Cannia weigeli 

Mitchell Falls, Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 463 

Caretta caretta 

Heron Island, Qld 321 

Lizard Island, Great Barrier Reef, (14 40’ X 145 28’), Qld 317 

Carlia amax 

Mitchell Plateau airstrip to Little Mertens Falls, on Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 463 

Carlia burnetti 




Carlia burnetti sydneyensis 

Milson Island, (33 31’ X 151 11’), NSW 456 

Carlia dogare 


Carlia fusca 


Carlia johnstonei 

Little Mertens Falls, Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 463 


Carlia pectoralis 




Carlia rhomboidalis 


Carlia schmeltzii 


Carlia sp. (1) 

Black Mountain, ca. 27 km south-west of Cooktown, (15 40’ X 145 14’), Qld 529 

Carlia sp. (2) 


Carlia triacantha 



Carlia vivax 






178



Chelodina expansa 


Brookfield, Brisbane, Qld 239 



Hidden Lake, Fraser Island, Qld 239 

Jennings Lake, Fraser Island, Qld 239 

Kedron Brook, Brisbane, Qld 239 

Lake Coomboo, Fraser Island, Qld 239 

Lockyer Creek, Brisbane Valley, Qld 239 

St. Lucia, Brisbane, Qld 239 

Tamworth area, NSW (possible introduction) 297 

Chelodina longicollis 




Brownes Lake, Mount Gambier, SA 248 


Chalka Creek, near the Murray River, (34 43’ X 142 22’), Vic 167 

Doncaster, Vic 127 

Doncaster, Vic 128 


Goulburn River, Trawood, Vic 93 

Greystanes, Sydney, NSW 528 

Kurri Kurri, NSW 268 


Narrung area, SA 241 




Thirlmere Lakes National Park, NSW 314 




Chelodina rugosa 



Chelonia depressa 

Avoid Island, Qld 321 

Crab Island, Gulf of Carpentaria, Qld 321 

Peak Island, (23 21’ X 150 56’), Qld 321 

Wild Duck Island, Qld 321 

Chelonia mydas 

Heron Island, Qld 321 


Chelosania brunnea 

Daly Waters - 10 km north of, NT 284 

Chersydrus granulatus 


179

Chlamydosaurus kingii 



Chondropython viridus 


Coeranoscincus reticulatus 



Crenadactylus ocellatus horni 

Dirk Hartog Island, (26 09’ X 113 11’), WA 360 

Crenadactylus ocellatus naso 



Crinia bilingual 



Crinia haswelli 


Crinia signifera 



Crocodylus johnstoni 



Crocodylus porosus 

Bird Island, northern Great Barrier Reef, (143 05’ X 11 46’), Qld 315 

Milman Island, northern Great Barrier Reef, (143 01’ X 11 10’), Qld 315 

Raine Island, northern Great Barrier Reef, (144 01’ X 11 36’), Qld 315 

Tomkinson River, NT 524 

Cryptoblepharus boutonii 







Partney Island, SA 302 



Roxby Island, SA 302 

Stickney Island, SA 302 




Cryptoblepharus boutonii virgatus 


Cryptoblepharus carnabyi 


Mungo Lakes National Park - 0.1 Km west of Joulni gate on southern boundary fence of, (33 48’ X 

180


143 08’), NSW 446 

Mungo Lakes National Park - 2.4 km west of south-east corner of, (33 48 X 143 11’), NSW 446 

Mungo Lakes National Park - 2.7 km north of south-east corner of, (33 47’ X 143 13’), NSW 446 

Top Hut Station homestead - 2 km north-west of, NSW 446 

Cryptoblepharus litoralis 



Cryptoblepharus plagiocephalus 

Canning Vale, ca. 16 km south-east of Perth, (31 58’ X 115 49’), WA 362 



Uro Bluff, ca. 60 km north of Port Augusta, (32 08’ X 137 36’), SA 191 

Cryptoblepharus sp. 


Cryptoblepharus virgatus 

Cronulla, Sydney, NSW 477 

Earlwood, Sydney, NSW 421 



McIntyre River, Boggabilla area, (28 37’ X 150 22’), NSW 448 

Cryptophis nigrescens 


Cowan, Sydney, NSW 518 

Darkes Forest, (34 11’ X 150 56’), Sydney, NSW 274 

Dora Dora State Forest, Albury area, NSW 518 

Kangaroo Valley, (34 43’ X 150 33’), NSW 274 





Ctenophorus fordi 

Mandelman - 9 km east of, NSW 446 


Top Hut Station - 8 km north of Roys Tank on, NSW 446 



Ctenophorus maculatus 


Ctenophorus parviceps 


Ctenophorus pictus 

Bidura - 19 km NNW of, NSW 446 



143 08’), NSW 446 


Mungo Station - Mungo lunettes on, NSW 446 

Zanci Station - Zanci lunettes on, NSW 446 

181


Ctenophorus reticulatus 


Ctenotus (cf) uber 

Mungo Lakes National Park, NSW 444 

Ctenotus atlas 






Top Hut Station - 2 km west of Roys Tank on, NSW 446 

Ctenotus brachyonyx 

[unspecified location] 29 11’ X 146 19’, NSW 445 

Bourke - 75.2 km north of, (on the Mitchell Hwy) (29 32’ X 145 50’), NSW 445 


Jobs Gate, 140 km northeast of Bourke, (29 00’ X 146 44’), NSW 445 







Ctenotus brooksi 





Ctenotus brooksi iridis 

Calperum Park Station, SA 394 


Ctenotus calurus 


Ctenotus colletti 


Ctenotus decaneurus 


Ctenotus dux 



Ctenotus fallens 


Ctenotus inornatus 



Ctenotus l. lesueurii 

Mt. Tallarook, 50 miles north of Melbourne, Vic 93 


182


Ctenotus labillardieri 

Poison Creek, ca. 15 km from Cape Arid, (33 26’ X 123 26’), WA 373 

Ctenotus leae 


Ctenotus leonhardii 





Ctenotus lesueurii 



Currububbula, NSW 297 








Ctenotus pantherinus 



Jobs Gate, 140 km northeast of Bourke, (29 00’ X 146 44’), NSW 445 

Ctenotus pantherinus occellifer 


Ctenotus piankai 



Ctenotus quattuordecimlineatus 



Ctenotus regius 




Finke, (25 39’ X 134 36’), NT 244 

Hermannsburg Mission, (23 36’ X 132 40’), NT 244 



Mungo Lakes National Park - 0.8 km east of Red Top Dam, (33 47’ X 143 07’), NSW 446 



Mungo Lakes National Park - northern end of Mungo homestead airstrip in, (33 43’ X 143 02’), NSW 

446 


Old Arumpo Station homestead, NSW 446 

Simpson Desert, (25 07’ X 135 58’), NT 244 




Top Hut Station homestead - 7 km NNE of, NSW 446 

183


Western edge of Lake Garnpung, in vicinity of Scrubby Bore (33 27’ X 143 02’), NSW 446 

Zanci Station homestead, NSW 446 

Ctenotus robustus 

Wagga Wagga, NSW 9 



Broughton Island, (32 37’ X 152 19’), NSW 456 




Lion Island, (33 34’ X 151 19’), NSW 456 




Mt. Beeckworth, Vic 403 


Ctenotus saxatilis 


Ctenotus schomburgkii 







Ctenotus sp. 

Abminga - 14 km east of, (on New Crown track), SA 213 

Ctenotus sp. (1) 


Ctenotus sp. (2) 


Ctenotus strauchii varius 

Garnpung homestead - 5.8 km east of, on Gol Gol road (33 30’ X 143 12’), NSW 446 

Ctenotus taeniolatus 






Long Island, (33 33’ X 151 13’), NSW 456 


Mt. White, NSW 483 


Salt Pan Creek, near Padstow, (33 57’ X 151 02’), Sydney, NSW 195 




184


Ctenotus uber 

Gol Gol Station homestead - ca. 3 km due west of, (33 29’ X 143 18’), NSW 446 


Mungo Lakes National Park - 2 km E. of Mungo homestead, on Walls of China Rd., (33 44’ X 143 

02’), NSW 446 

Ctenotus uber orientalis 

Cherry Gardens, 2 km northeast of Clarendon, SA 202 

Olary, northern Flinders Ranges, SA 202 


Cyclodina aenea 

Lady Alice Island, Hen and Chickens Group, NZ 410 

Alderman Islands, (36 58’ X 176 05’), NZ 369 

Arid Island, NZ 369 

Bay of Plenty region, NZ 196 

Cuvier Island, NZ 369 

Great Barrier Island, NZ 197 


Hauraki Gulf area, NZ 369 

Hen and Chickens Islands, NZ 369 

Karewa Island, (36 58’ X 176 08’), NZ 196 

Korapuki Island, Mercury Islands Group, NZ 413 


Little Barrier Island, NZ 369 

Mercury Islands, NZ 369 

Milford, Auckland area, NZ 443 

Mokohinau Islands, NZ 369 

Ohui, (37 05’ X 175 53’), NZ 196 

Poor Knights Islands, NZ 369 

Cyclodina alani 

Castle Rock, Coromandel, (36 52’ X 175 53’), NZ 341 

Green Island, Mercury Islands Group, NZ 413 



Middle Island, Mercury Islands Group, NZ 413 

Moturoa Islands, NZ 412 

Cyclodina macgregori 



Cyclodina oliveri 









Muriwhenua Island, NZ 411 


Pupuha Island, NZ 411 


185


Cyclodina ornata 











Cyclodina whitakeri 







Cyclodomorphus branchialis 

Baratta Station, (31 55’ X 139 05’), SA 461 



Paralana Hot Springs, (30 11’ X 139 27’), SA 461 

Renmark area, (34 10’ X 140 45’), SA 461 

Cyclorana australis 


Cyclorana longipes 

Mitchell Plateau airstrip, Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 463 

Cyclorana novaehollandiae 

Aurukun area, Qld 435 

Mt. Carbine area, Qld 435 

Cyclorana platycephala 

Condobolin, NSW 435 

Nevertire, NSW 435 

Parkes, NSW 435 


Warren, NSW 435 

Cytodactylus pelagicus 


Delma australis 



Esperance - ca 65 km west of, (33 44’ X 121 17’), WA 157 

Lort River, (33 45’ X 121 15’), WA 154 


Delma borea 



Darwin area, NT 530 


186



Delma butleri 


Top Hut Station - 4 km south of Double Tanks on, NSW 446 



Delma fraseri 


Lort River, (33 45’ X 121 15’) WA 154 


Beechworth - 10 km south of, Vic 475 




Delma grayii 


Delma impar 


Lexton, Vic 403 

Waubra, Vic 403 

Delma inornata 

Jugiong area, NSW 9 


Moorabool River, Vic 403 

Morrisons, Vic 403 

Steiglitz, Vic 403 

Delma inornata (?) 


Delma molleri 


Delma nasuta 






Delma sp. 



Singleton - ca. 2 km S. of, NSW 331 




Delma tincta 


Demansia olivacea 



187


Demansia olivacea calodera 


Demansia psammophis 



Helensburgh-Waterfall area, Sydney, NSW 49 

Hornsby, Sydney, NSW 48 



Brisbane Waters National Park, Gosford, NSW 518 




Cocoparra Nature Reserve, Griffith area, NSW 518 







Kenthurst, (33 38’ X 150 57’), Sydney, NSW 274 




Morton National Park, Bundanoon area, NSW 447 


Muogomarra Nature Reserve, Sydney, NSW 518 



Old Arumpo Station homestead - edge of Lake Arumpo at, NSW 446 





Terry Hills, (33 43’ X 151 17’), Sydney, NSW 274 

Top Hut Station - Roys Tank on, NSW 446 


Wahroonga, Sydney, NSW 518 

Warrumbungle National Park, Coonabarabran area, NSW 518 



Demansia psammophis olivacea 


Demansia psammophis psammophis 



Taree, NSW 277 

Demansia psammophis reticulata 


Demansia reticulata 


188

Demansia textiles 





Demansia textilis textiles 



Demansia torquate 




Dendrelaphis calligaster 


Dendrelaphis punctulatus 







Cumberland State Forest, Sydney, NSW 518 


Hendra, near Brisbane, Qld 183 






Mt. Colah, Sydney, NSW 518 










Denisonia carpentariae 


Denisonia coronoides coronoides 


Denisonia daemelii 


Denisonia devisi 



Denisonia flagellum 


189

Denisonia gouldii (?) 


Denisonia maculata maculate 


Denisonia nigrescens 


Strathpine, Qld 332 

Denisonia nigrostriata 



Denisonia pallidiceps 

Helensburgh to Waterfall area, Sydney, NSW 49 




Denisonia signata 

Botany, Sydney, NSW 23 




North Bondi, Sydney, NSW 272 






Denisonia superba 


Braidwood area, NSW 337 

Denisonia suta 

7 Mile Range, Qld 277 


Diplodactylus ciliaris 





Diplodactylus ciliaris intermedius 


Diplodactylus conspicillatus 



Diplodactylus elderi 


Canopus Station, (33 30’ X 140 42’), SA 461 



Danggali Conservation Park (33 34’ X 140 56’), SA 461 



190



Paralana Hot Springs, (30 11’ X 139 27’), SA 461 


Top Hut Station - 1 km south of Double Tanks on, NSW 446 



Wentworth - 165 km north of, NSW 461 

Wentworth - 36 km north, 3 km west of, NSW 461 

Winton - 92 km west of, (22 14’ X 142 11’), Qld 461 

Diplodactylus intermedius 





Port Augusta - within 50 km of, SA 205 


Diplodactylus mcmillani 


Diplodactylus ornatus 


Diplodactylus sp. 


Diplodactylus stenodactylus 


Diplodactylus tessellatus 


Diplodactylus vittatus 











143 08’), NSW 446 





Top Hut Station homestead - 5 km north-east of, NSW 446 

Diplodactylus williamsi 


Diporiphora albilabris albilabris 

Mitchell Plateau airstrip to Little Mertens Falls, on Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 

463 


191

Diporiphora australis 



Diporiphora bennettii 



Diporiphora bilineata 



Diporiphora sp. 




Katherine area, NT 231 




Diporiphora superba 


Diporiphora winneckei 


Macumba River, (27 11’ X 135 45’), SA 225 

Diporophora bilineata 


Dipsadomorphus fuscus 


French’s Forest, Sydney, NSW 335 

Lindfield Park, Sydney, NSW 335 


Dipsadomorphus irregularis 


Drepanodontis signata 

Morriset area, NSW 417 

Drysdalia coronata 


Drysdalia coronoides 


Bondi State Forest, Bombala area, NSW 518 

Scarsdale, Vic 403 

Smythsdale, Vic 403 


Drysdalia mastersii 



Echiopsis curta 



192



Egernia cunninghami 

Adelong, NSW 9 

Yaven Creek, NSW 9 












Mylor, SA 201 




Egernia frerei 



Murwillumbah, NSW 131 

Egernia inornata 









Round Hill, NSW 523 

Tamworth - ca. 20 miles west of, NSW 297 

Top Hut Station - Roys Tank on, NSW 446 


Egernia kingii 

Carnac Island, WA 473 

Egernia major 


Egernia modesta 


Egernia multiscutata 

Wilpena Pound area, SA 102 

Egernia napoleonis 


Egernia saxatilis 



193


Egernia saxatilis intermedia 

Jenolan Caves, NSW 526 


Mt. Victoria, NSW 526 

Wentworth Falls, NSW 526 

Egernia stokesii 




Egernia stokesii badia 


Egernia striolata 










Mungo Lakes National Park - Everbar Tank in, NSW 446 

South Para River, Gawler, SA 201 



Egernia (cf) striolata 


Egernia whitii 

Montagu Island, (36 15’ X 150 14’), NSW 456 

Ballan, Vic 403 


Bungal, Vic 403 





Mt. Ku-ring-gai, Sydney, NSW 246 


Mylor, SA 201 




Elseya latisternum 








194

Elseya sp. 

Manning River, NSW 164 

Emydura krefftii 


Lake Garawongera, Fraser Island, Qld 374 

Emydura macquarii 

Dundas, Sydney, NSW 246 

Lake Bonney, near Barmera, SA 497 

Wallis Creek area, Kurri Kurri, NSW 268 

Emydura signata 


Emydura sp. 

Coongie Lake, SA 545 

Coopers Creek, SA 545 

Minkie Waterhole, near Innaminka, SA 545 

Emydura subglobosa 

Port Moresby area, PNG 328 


Emydura victoriae 


Eremiascincus fasciolatus 


Eremiascincus richardsonii 





Mungo Lakes National Park - 2 km east of Mungo homestead, on Walls of China Rd., (33 44’ X 143 

02’), NSW 446 

Top Hut Station - ca. 45 km west of, NSW 446 

Eretmochelys imbricata 


Furina annulata 



Jibbon, Sydney, NSW 335 

Kurnell, Sydney, NSW 335 

Royal National Park to Stanwell Park area, NSW 335 


Furina diadema 







Dungowan area, NSW 297 

Glenbrook, (33 46’ X 150 36’), NSW 274 



195





West Pennant Hills - ca. 3 miles north of, Sydney, NSW 246 

Furina sp. 


Gehyra australis 





Gehyra occidentalis 


Mitchell Plateau airstrip to Little Mertens Falls, on Mitchell Plateau, northern Kimberleys, WA 

463 

Gehyra punctata 



Gehyra sp. 


Gehyra variegata 




Callington, SA 201 




Eden Valley, SA 201 




Monarto, SA 201 




143 08’), NSW 446 


Mungo Station homestead, NSW 446 

Top Hut Station - 3.3 km south of Poo Poo Tank on, (33 43’ X 142 57’), NSW 446 


Gehyra xenopus 



Glyphodon tristis 


Goniocephalus boydii 

Kuranda, Cairns area, Qld 527 

196

Gonocephalus godeffroyi 

Malaupaina, Solomon Islands 370 


Gonocephalus spinipes 

Bruxner Park Flora Reserve, Coffs Harbour area, NSW 148 



Gonyocephalus spinipes 

Wyong area, NSW 339 

Gymnodactylus milii 


Heleioporus australiacus 

Bondi State Forest, Bombala area, (37 09’ X 149 09’), NSW 515 




Hemiaspis signata 






Kempsey, NSW 518 






Hemidactylus frenatus 

Nightcliffe, Darwin, NT 287 

Renner Springs, (18 19’ X 133 48’), NT 230 

Hemiergis decresiensis 

Armidale - 12 km east of, NSW 185 

Armidale - 15 km north of, NSW 185 







Mylor, SA 201 

Oberon, NSW 339 


Tarana, NSW 339 

Hemiergis millewae 


Hemiergis peronii 

Adelaide Plain, SA 201 



English Island, SA 302 


197


Lusby Island, SA 302 

Marum Island, SA 302 


Narrung area, SA 241 


Quagi Beach, (33 48’ X 121 18’), WA 159 



Spilsby Island, SA 302 


Hemisphaeriodon gerrardii 

Gosford, NSW 395 

North Springwood, NSW 395 

Heteronota bynoei 


Heteronotia binoei 
















143 08’), NSW 446 


02’), NSW 446 


446 




Top Hut Station homestead, NSW 446 



Homolepida sp. 


Hoplocephalus bitorquatus 



Gympie area, Qld 183 


Tuggerah, NSW 339 

Hoplocephalus bungaroides 

Bell area, NSW 7 


Kanangra Walls, NSW 7 

198


Kangaroo Valley, NSW 7 

Lawson, NSW 7 



Woodford, NSW 7 


Burragorang, NSW 335 

Burrier, NSW 541 

Helensburgh, Sydney, NSW 335 

Kanangra Walls, NSW 541 


Lane Cove River, Sydney, NSW 335 

Long Bay, Sydney, NSW 335 

Middle Harbour, Sydney, NSW 335 


Parramatta River area, Sydney, NSW 335 

Port Jackson to Botany Bay, Sydney, NSW 335 

Randwick, Sydney, NSW 335 

Royal National Park to Waterfall area, Sydney, NSW 335 


Hoplocephalus stephensii 


Murwillumbah, NSW 262 




Gympie area, Qld 183 

Woy Woy, NSW 339 

Hoplodactylus duvauceli 








Lady Alice Island, Hen and Chickens Group, NZ 410, 411 




Penguin Island, NZ 196 




Rabbit Island, NZ 196 









Clark Island, Whangamata Group, NZ 196 

199


Hoplodactylus maculatus 











Mayor Island, NZ 196 



Ohui, (37 05’ X 175 53’), NZ 196 


Slipper Island, NZ 196 

Hoplodactylus pacificus 



















Waitawheta area, (37 27’ X 175 46’), NZ 196 

Hydrophiidae 

Marion Reefs, 100 miles north of Swain Reefs, Qld 227 

Hydrophis elegans 


Hydrophis gracilis 

Mon Repos Beach, (24 48’ X 152 27’), Qld 318 

Hydrophis ornatus 

Wreck Rock Beach, (24 20’ X 151 58’), Qld 318 

Hyla aurea 

Botany, Sydney, NSW 23 

Hypsirhina macleayi 


Hypsirhina polylepis 


200

Lamprolepis smaragdina 

Point Cook, Cooktown, Qld 288 


Lampropholis challengeri 


Lampropholis delicata 



Bass Island, Five Islands Group, (34 28’ X 150 57’), NSW 456 


Castlereagh, (33 45’ X 150 47’), Sydney, NSW 531 


Flinders Islet, Five Islands Group, (34 27’ X 150 56’), NSW 456 


Martin Islet, Five Islands Group, (34 29’ X 150 56’), NSW 456 


Pulbah Island, Lake Macquarie, (33 06’ X 151 36’), NSW 456 

Sydney area, ÆèH 488 

Lampropholis guichenoti 



Castlereagh, (33 45’ X 150 47’), Sydney, NSW 531 


Cronulla, Sydney, NSW 477 



Toohey Forest, near Brisbane, Qld 388 

Lampropholis mustelina 

Armidale, NSW 9 

Cremorne, Sydney, NSW 211 

Randwick, Sydney, NSW 211 


Lechriodus fletcheri 


Leiolopisma acrinasum 

Disappointment Cove, Resolution Island, (45 38’ X 166 30’), NZ 405 

Leiolopisma albertisii 


Leiolopisma delicata 





Leiolopisma entrecasteauxii 

Elliston, SA 302 

Flinders Island, SA 302 

Neptune Island, SA 302 


Leiolopisma fuscum 


201

Leiolopisma guichenoti 







Mylor, SA 201 









Leiolopisma guichenoti guichenoti 

Goulburn River, Trawood, Vic 93 


Leiolopisma homalonotum 

Flat Island, Mokohinau Group, NZ 368 






Tryphena, Great Barrier Island, NZ 539 

Leiolopisma metallicum 


Leiolopisma moco 




















Tauranga, (37 43’ X 176 10’), NZ 196 

Waihi, NZ 196 

Whangamata, (37 13’ X 175 53’), NZ 196 

Whenuakura Island, Whangamata Group, NZ 196 

Leiolopisma mundum 


202


Leiolopisma musteline 


Devils Kitchen, Vic 403 

Emu Creek, Ballarat area, Vic 403 





Leiolopisma novae-guineae 


Leiolopisma oliveri 


Leiolopisma peronii 


Leiolopisma platynotum 




Brush Island, (35 32’ X 150 25’), NSW 456 


Leiolopisma smithi 

Penguin Island, NZ 196 




Gisborne, (38 40’ X 178 35’), NZ 196 














Rabbit Island, NZ 196 

Slipper Island, NZ 196 

Leiolopisma sp. 


Leiolopisma sp. 


Leiolopisma suteri 







203








Leiolopisma tetradactyla 



Leiolopisma trilineatum 


Deep Creek, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA 201 


Mt. Compass, SA 201 


Rossmoyne, (32 02’ X 115 53’), WA 365 



Leiolopisma zia 


Leiopelma hochstetteri 


Lepidochelys olivacea 

Marayalta, Solomon Islands 320 

Mon Repos Beach, (24 48’ X 152 27’), Qld 320 

Lepidodactylus lugubris 

Flat Island, Mokohinau Group, NZ 368 

Lerista bipes 


Lerista bougainvillii 







Mylor, SA 201 

Lerista desertorum 


Lerista elegans 


Lerista frosti 



Lerista labialis 



204



Lerista lineopunctulata 


Lerista muelleri 



Garnpung Station homestead, NSW 446 



143 08’), NSW 446 


02’), NSW 446 



446 


Top Hut homestead, NSW 446 



Lerista picturata 


Lerista picturata edwardsii 


Lerista punctatovittata 




143 08’), NSW 446 




446 





Lerista xanthura 


Lialis burtonis 

Muttonbird Island, (30 18’ X 153 09’), NSW 456 

South Solitary Island, (30 12’ X 153 16’), NSW 456 













205









Liasis amethistinus 

Atherton Tableland, Qld 292 

Liasis childreni 














Moor Creek, NSW (possibly introduced) 297 

Quorn, SA 542 


Woomera, SA 542 

Liasis childreni (?) 


Liasis fuscus 


Cooktown, Qld 170 


Liasis olivaceus 


Mt. Isa, Qld 168 

Liasis sp. (fuscus or olivaceus) 



Coomalbidgup, (33 45’ X 121 20’), WA 156 




Limnodynastes ornatus 





206


Limnodynastes peronii 

Broughton Island, (32 37’ X 152 19’). NSW 456 






Limnodynastes salmini 


Limnodynastes tasmaniensis 



Middleback Range area, SA (possible introduction) 301 



Limnodynastes terraereginae 


Litoria adelaidensis 

[Introduction to] Christmas Island, Indian Ocean 266 

Litoria aurea 


Litoria booroolongensis Sydney area, NSW 171 

Litoria brevipalmata 




Litoria caerulea 







Litoria cavernicola 



Litoria chloris 




Wallangat State Forest, Seal Rocks area, NSW 216 

Litoria citropa 


Litoria coplandi 


207


Litoria dahlii 

Pan Continental Mining Lease area, East Alligator River, NT 435 

Litoria dentata 



Litoria eucnemis 

Kuranda area, Qld 151 

Litoria fallax 



Litoria freycineti 



Litoria glauerti 



Litoria gracilenta 



Litoria inermis 



Litoria jervisiensis 



Litoria latopalmata 





Litoria lesueurii 





Litoria maculata 

Big River, Vic 264 

Mt. Buffalo National Park, Vic 264 

Taponga River, Eildon district, Vic 264 

Litoria meiriana 



Litoria nasuta 


Crowdy Head, (31 51’ X 152 45’), NSW 509 


208


Litoria pearsoniana 



Litoria peronii 




Litoria phyllochroa 



Litoria rothi 



Litoria rubella 



Litoria splendida 



Litoria verreauxii 





Litoria wotjulumensis 


Lophognathus gilberti gilberti 



Lophognathus longirostris 


Lucasium damaeum 







446 



Top Hut Station homestead - 1 km west of, NSW 446 



Lucasius damaeus 


209

Lygosoma australis 


Lygosoma l. verreauxii 




Lygosoma ophioscincus 


Lygosoma scutirostrum 






Lygosoma verreauxii 







Megistolotis lignarius 


Menetia greyii 


Charlotte Waters - 7 km NNW of, (25 53’ X 134 52’), NT 244 










Menetia timlowi 


Mixophyes balbus 


Mixophyes fasciolatus 

Barrington Plateau - along Allyn River on, (32 08’ X 151 28’), NSW 555 





Mixophyes iteratus 


Moloch horridus 



210



Whyalla, (33 03’ X 137 33’), SA 300 

Whyalla, (33 04’ X 137 32’), SA 280 

Morelia argus argus 






Moss Vale, NSW 335 

Narara, Sydney, NSW 335 

Ourimbah, NSW 335 


Springwood, NSW 335 


Woy Woy, NSW 335 

Wyong area, NSW 335 

Morelia spilota 



Morelia spilota spilota 

Ben Boyd National Park, Eden area, NSW 518 

Berowra, Sydney, NSW 518 

Gloucester, NSW 518 


Grose River, Grose Valley, NSW 522 

Hawkesbury River area, (33 30’ X 151 10’), NSW 274 





Nowra, NSW 518 


St. Albans, NSW 479 




Morelia spilota imbricata 

Cowaramup Bay, WA 451 

Cranbrook, WA 451 

Cunderdin, WA 451 

Dumbleyung, WA 451 

Green Head, WA 451 

Houtman Abrolhos, WA 451 

Hyden, WA 451 

Kondinin, WA 451 

Ledge Point, WA 451 

Narembeen, WA 451 

Norseman - 64 miles east of, WA 451 

St. Francis Island, Nuyts Archipelago, near Ceduna, SA 451 

West Wallabi Island, WA 451 

York - 31 miles west of, WA 451 

Morelia spilota variegata 


Alligator River, NT 451 

211


Angurugu, Groote Eylandt, NT 451 

Arnhem Land, NT 451 

Barmera, SA 451 

Bathurst Island, NT 451 

Bellinger River - North arm of, NSW 451 

Berrimah, NT 451 

Blanchetown - 10 miles north of, SA 451 

Brinerville, via Thora, NSW 451 



Burra, SA 451 




Comboyne, NSW 451 


Corombie, NSW 451 



Darling River, NSW 451 


Denial Bay, SA 451 

Diamantina River, Qld 451 


Fowlers Bay, SA 451 

Garden Island, WA 473 

Gibralter Range, 30 miles east of Glen Innes, NSW 451 

Gilgandra, NSW 451 

Gol Gol - 25 miles north of, NSW 451 

Goyders Lagoon area - 80 km N. of Poonjalass Creek in, SA 451 

Griffith area, NSW 518 

Groote Eylandt - mouth of Emerald River on, NT 451 

Groote Eylandt, NT 451 

Iron Duchess, Middleback Ranges, SA 451 


Mackay, Qld 451 

Manton River, NT 451 

Melville Island, NT 451 

Moolooloo, North Flinders Ranges, SA 451 

Moree, NSW 451 

Morgan - 16 miles north of, SA 451 

Mt. Tambourine, Qld 451 

Rilly Res, Roxton, SA 451 

Sceale Bay, SA 451 

Stony Creek, Willowie Forest, SA 451 



Thistle Island, SA 451 


Wangaratta Ranges, Vic 474 

Warren - 1 km north of, (on Carinda Rd), NSW 451 

Wyangaree State Forest, near Kyogle, NSW 451 

Younghusband, near Mannum, SA 451 

Morethia adelaidensis 




02’), NSW 446 


212



Morethia boulengeri 








143 08’), NSW 446 


446 

Morethia lineoocellata 


Morethia obscura 



Morethia ruficauda ruficauda 




Morethia sp. 


Morethia taeniopleura 


Natrix mairii 




Naultinus elegans 






Naultinus elegans (?) 


Neelaps bimaculatus 

Perth to Yanchep area, (31 33’ X 115 41’), WA 491 

Neelaps calonotus 


Neobatrachus centralis 

Montecollina Bore, (29 24’ X 139 59’), SA 544 

Neobatrachus sp. (cf) pictus 


213

Nephrurus asper 


Nephrurus laevissimus 


Finke - ca. 8 km east of, SA 193 


Nephrurus levis 





Maud Hill, WA 249 


Nephrurus levis occidentalis 


Nephrurus stellatus 


Iron Duke region, (33 23’ X 137 10’), SA 237 


Tumby Bay area, Eyre Peninsula, SA 203 

Whyalla-Cowell area, (33 35’ X 137 07’), SA 237 

Notaden bennettii 


Notaden melanoscaphus 


Notaden sp. nov. 


Notechis ater 


Notechis ater niger 




Sandy Bligh Island, SA 302 


Notechis coronatus 


Esperance, (33 49’ X 121 52’), WA 363 

Happy Hollow, ca. 25 km from Esperance, (33 52’ X 121 53’), WA 372 


Notechis scutatus 

Angus River, SA 201 

Bremer River, SA 201 


Finniss River, SA 201 

Woodside, on Onkaparinga River, SA 201 

Barrington Tops National Park, NSW 518 


Bombala, NSW 518 

Bunya Mountains, Qld 339 

214










Narrung, Lake Albert, SA 241 

Nemingah, Tamworth area, NSW 297 





Notechis scutatus occidentalis 


Notechis scutatus scutatus 



Notoscincus wotjulum 


Oedura filicipoda 



Oedura gracilis 


Oedura lesueurii 



Galston, Sydney, NSW 246 





Oedura marmorata 

Canopus area, 60 kms north of Renmark, SA 387 


Mt. McKinlay area, northern Flinders Ranges, (30 31’ X 139 06’), SA 387 

Mt. Serle, northern Flinders Ranges, (30 32’ X 136 53’), SA 387 

Oedura monilis 


Oedura obscura 


Oedura rhombifer 



Oedura robusta 


Conondale Range, ca 90 km north of Brisbane, Qld 188 

215


Oedura sp. 



Oedura tryoni 



Little Yabba Creek, ca. 6km SSW of Kenilworth, (26 37’ X 152 39’), Qld 389 


Omolepida branchialis 


Omolepida crassicaudum 

Bulahdelah, NSW 339 

Ophidiocephalus taeniatus 

Abminga, SA 213 

Oxyuranus microlepidotus 

Birdsville Track - a few miles south of the Qld-SA Border near the, SA 391 

Birdsville Track, (26 46’ X 139 10’), SA 391 

Clifton Hills homestead - 15 km north of, on Birdsville Track, (26 55’ X 138 57’), SA 391 

Clifton Hills homestead - 27.5 km north of, on Birdsville Track, (26 54’ X 139 00’), SA 391 

Clifton Hills homestead - 33.3 km north of, on Birdsville Track, (26 50’ X 139 01’), SA 391 

Clifton Hills homestead - 35 km north of, on Birdsville Track, (26 53’ X 139 00’), SA 391 

Goyders Lagoon, SA 391 

Goyders Lagoon, SA 393 

Innamincka, SA 391 

Koonchera Dune, (26 47’ X 139 33’), SA 391 

Oxyuranus scutellatus 

Baffle Creek, 65 km north of Bundaberg, Qld 431 




Gaeta, (north of Bundaberg), Qld 430 

Round Hill, ca. 170 km north of Bundaberg, Qld 430 

Paradelma orientalis 

Moura - ca. 7.5 km SSE of, Qld 457 

Parasuta dwyeri 



Peropus punctatus 


Peropus variegatus australis 


Philoria sphagnicolus 

Barrington Tops National Park - Williams River in, (32 10’ X 151 32’), NSW 516 

Barrington Tops National Park, (32 10’ X 151 32’), NSW 556 

Barwick River - near Point Lookout at 2 km west of, (30 29’ X 152 24’), NSW 516 

Boorgana Nature Reserve, (31 36’ X 152 28’), NSW 516 

Dorrigo National Park - Crystal Shower Falls in, NSW 516 

Dorrigo National Park, (30 22’ X 152 44’), NSW 516 

216


Ebor - Point Lookout near, NSW 516 

Elands - 2 km south of, (31 39’ X 152 18’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Banda Flora Reserve in, (31 10’ X 152 24’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Cockerawombeeba Rd. in, (31 10’ X 152 22’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Forbes River in, (31 20’ X 152 20’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Mt Boss in, (31 12’ X 152 23’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - South Plateau Rd., in, (31 12’ X 152 20’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Thumb Rd. in, (31 09’ X 152 21’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Valley Road in, (31 12’ X 152 22’), NSW 516 

Mt. Boss State Forest - Waterfall Forest Reserve in, (31 12’ X 152 20’), NSW 516 


New England National Park - Point Lookout in, (30 29’ X 152 24’), NSW 516 

New England Plateau - Point Lookout Road on, NSW 516 

Styx River State Forest - near Point Lookout in, (30 29’ X 152 24’), NSW 516 

Phyllodactylus marmoratus 





Deep Creek, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA 201 

English Island, SA 302 

Hopkins Island, (34 58’ X 136 04’), SA 283 






Mylor, SA 201 





Phyllurus cornutus 







Physignathus gilberti 

Rockhampton, Qld 90 

Physignathus lesueurii 

Muttonbird Island, (30 18’ X 153 09’), NSW 456 

Ballina, NSW 428 

Boronia Park, Sydney, NSW 428 


Casula, (on Georges River), Sydney, NSW 428 



Fish Ponds Creek, Beecroft, Sydney, NSW 428 


Lake Macquarie, NSW 428 

Lane Cove River, Sydney, NSW 428 

Lane Cove, NSW 259 



217


Muller Creek, Tamworth area, NSW 297 

Myall Lakes, NSW 428 



Peel River, Tamworth, NSW 297 


Prospect Creek, Fairfield, Sydney, NSW 428 


Serpentine River, Ebor area, NSW 428 




Wentworth Falls, NSW 259 

Physignathus longirostris 


Platymantis vitiensis 

Wailoku drainage area, 10 km north of Suva, (18 05’ X 178 30’), Fiji 240 

Pogona barbata 


Pogona minor 

Perth area, (32 00’ X 115 48’), WA 153 

Pogona vitticeps 


446 




Mungo Lakes National Park - 0.8 km east of Red Top Dam in, (33 47’ X 143 07’), NSW 446 


02’), NSW 446 

Willandra Lakes area, NSW 446 

Pseudechis australis 



Charters Towers area, Qld 277 








Prungle - 32 km north of, on Arumpo Road, NSW 446 


Pseudechis butleri 

Kookynie, WA 158 

Laverton area, WA 158 

Leinster - 46 km south of, WA 158 

Leinster - 51 km south of, WA 158 

Leonora Rubbish Tip, (28 53’ X 121 20’), WA 158 

218

Pseudechis colletti 

Nonda area, Qld 165 


Pseudechis guttatus 

Kurrajong, (33 34’ X 151 41’), Sydney, NSW 339 



Pseudechis mortonensis 

Yetman area, on McIntyre River, Qld 33 

Pseudechis porphyriacus 



Armidale, NSW 518 



Bilpin, NSW 518 




Comboyne, NSW 518 

Coolangubra State Forest - Waratah Gully in , NSW 514 



Danbulla, Qld 183 

Eden Valley, Mt Lofty Ranges, SA 204 

Flinders University - 1 km south of, Adelaide, SA 433 


Kosciusko National Park, NSW 518 




Moonbi, NSW 297 


Nemingah, Tamworth area, NSW 449 

Norah Head - Pelican Point at, NSW 177 

Nundle, NSW 


Rooty Hill-Mt Druitt area, (33 43’ X 150 45’), Sydney, NSW 274 



Spring Creek, near Bonshaw, NSW 214 









Pseudelaps diadema 

Mt. Westmacott, Waterfall, Sydney, NSW 271 

Waterfall - Helensburgh area, Sydney, NSW 325 

Pseudemydura umbrina 

Bulls Brook, ca. 40 km north of Perth, WA 429 

219


Pseudonaja affinis 


Pseudonaja affinis affinis 

Fitzgerald River National Park, (33 45’ X 119 47’), WA 366 

Pseudonaja modesta 


Broad Arrow, (30 X 121 ), WA 402 


Pseudonaja nuchalis 




Ballidu, (30 37’ X 116 46’), WA 161 




Milton Grove area, northeast of the Willandra Lakes region, NSW 446 


Shackleton, (31 50 X 117 50’), WA 161 

Turlee Station, NSW 446 


Wongan Hills, (30 43’ X 116 43’), WA 161 

Yathong Nature Reserve, Hillston area, NSW 518 

Pseudonaja nuchalis affinis 

Rottnest Island, WA 473 

Pseudonaja textiles 

Eastern Riverina region, NSW 10 


6.8 km east of the Balmoral turn-off on the Garnpung to Gol Gol Rd., NSW 446 

Arumpo Station homestead - 5.2 km south of, on Mildura Rd.,NSW 446 

Bacchus Marsh, Vic 403 



Benanbra State Forest, Grenfell area, NSW 518 


Bundoora, (37 45’ X 144 58’), Vic 505 




Garnpung Station homestead - 4 km east of, on Gol Gol Rd., NSW 446 

Garnpung Station homestead - 5.6 km south-west of, NSW 446 


Gol Gol Station homestead - 0.7 km west of, on Garnpung Rd., NSW 446 

Grenfell area, NSW 518 



Mosgiel, NSW 518 



Prungle Station homestead - 15.8 km south of, on Euston Rd., NSW 446 

Rooty Hill-Mt Druitt area, (33 43’ X 150 45’), Sydney, NSW 274 




220


Willandra National Park, Ivanhoe area, NSW 518 

Windsor area, (33 35’ X 150 50’), NSW 

Pseudonaja textilis (?) 



Pseudonaja textilis inframaculata 


Pseudonaja textilis textilis 


Horsley Park, (33 50’ X 150 53’), Sydney, NSW 534 



Pseudophryne australis 




Pseudophryne bibronii 







Pseudophryne coriacea 




Pseudophryne corroboree 

Mt. Kosciusko, NSW 124 

Pseudophryne sp. 


Pseudothecadactylus lindneri cavaticus 



Pygopus baileyi 


Pygopus lepidopodus 

Billinudgil area, NSW 220 

Briagolong, central Gippsland - 13 km NNE of, Vic 166 

Bunyip area, Vic 166 

Coopracambra State Park, East Gippsland, Vic 166 


Frankston area, Vic 166 



Mornington Peninsula, Vic 166 


Mullumbimby Creek, (28 30’ X 153 30’), Mullumbimby area, NSW 220 

North Rocks, Sydney, NSW 246 

221




Uki, Murwillumbah area, NSW 536 


Pygopus nigriceps 



Python oenpelliensis 

Cannon Hill, (12 21’ X 132 57’), NT 145 

Little Nourlangie Rock, (12 51’ X 132 48’), NT 145 

Oenpelli area, (12 21’ X 133 01’), NT 145 

Python spilotes 


Ramphotyphlops australis 


Kambalda East (31 121’ X 121 40’), WA 402 


Sullivan Rock, (32 22’ X 116 20’), WA 364 


Ramphotyphlops bituberculatus 




446 


Ramphotyphlops nigrescens 





Ramphotyphlops sp. 



Ranidella parinsignifera 


Ranidella signifera 

Brush Island, (35 32’ X 150 25’), NSW 456 



Rheobatrachus silus 



Rhinoplocephalus gouldii 


Rhynchoedura ornata 




222





143 08’), NSW 446 



Saiphos equalis 

Cabbage Tree Island, (32 42’ X 152 14’), NSW 456 


Martin Islet, Five Islands Group, (34 29’ X 150 56’), NSW 456 


Pulbah Island, Lake Macquarie, (33 06’ X 151 36’), NSW 456 






Saiphos sp. 


Scincidae (unidentified) 

Boondelbah Island, (32 42’ X 152 14’), NSW 456 

Bowen Island, (35 07’ X 150 46’), NSW 456 

Simoselaps australis 



Simoselaps bertholdi 



Simoselaps fasciolatus 


Simoselaps semifasciatus 




Yanchep, WA 491 

Sphenodon punctatus 



Clark Island, Whangamata Group, NZ 196 












Whenuakura Island, Whangamata Group, NZ 196 

223


Sphenomorphus crassicaudus 


Sphenomorphus dorsalis 


Sphenomorphus fasciolatus 


Sphenomorphus heatwolei 

The Tollgates Islets, (35 X 150 16’), NSW 456 






Sphenomorphus lesueurii 



Sphenomorphus murrayi 



Dorrigo Mountain, NSW 358 

Mt. Glorious, Brisbane area, Qld 358 

Sphenomorphus nigricaudis 


Sphenomorphus pardalis 

Cooktown, Qld 427 


Sphenomorphus punctulatus 


Sphenomorphus quoyii 



Sturt River, SA 201 


Belowla Island, (35 33’ X 150 24’), NSW 456 





Conondale Range, ca. Ufffm north of Brisbane, Qld 188 











224


Windang Island, (34 33’ X 150 53’), NSW 456 


Sphenomorphus richardsoni 


Sphenomorphus scutirostrum 



Sphenomorphus sp. (cf. scutirostrum) 


Sphenomorphus sp. (cf. tenuis) 


Sphenomorphus taeniolatus 







Sphenomorphus tenuis 













Sphenomorphus tenuis tenuis 

Bankstown, Sydney, NSW 420 

Concord, Sydney, NSW 420 


Leppington, Sydney, NSW 420 

Mosman, Sydney, NSW 420 


Sphenomorphus tympanum 

Adelong, NSW 9 

Yaven Creek, NSW 9 



Myponga, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA 201 

Stegonotus cucullatus 


Styporhynchus mairii 


225

Suta flagellum 




Mylor, SA 201 


Suta suta 




Tibooburra, NSW 518 

Taudactylus diurnus 



Kondallila National Park, Qld 187 

Tiliqua adelaidensis 

‘Central South Australia’ 207 



Dry Creek, SA 207 

Marion, SA 207 

North Burra, SA 207 

Tiliqua branchialis 





Tiliqua casuarinae 

Martinsville, NSW 418 


Wattagan State Forest, NSW 464 

Tiliqua gerrardii 








Currumbin, Qld 464 

Mt. Spec area, Qld 218 

Ourimbah, NSW 339 


Tiliqua gigas 

Ambon Island, Indonesia 455 

Bangama Karkar Island, (04 32’ X 145 59’), PNG 455 

Bantam, Java, Indonesia 455 

Buitenzorg, Java, Indonesia 455 

Elat, Gross-Kei Island, Indonesia 455 

Ferguson Island, (09 30’ X 150 42’), D’Entrecasteau Group 455 

Gamog, Karkar Island, (04 42’ X 145 56’), PNG 455 

Gauben, Karkar Island, (04 44’ X 145 54’), PNG 455 

Goodenough Island, (09 31’ X 150 20’), D’Entrecasteau Group 455 

Halmahera Island, Indonesia 455 

226


Japen (=Jobi) Island, Indonesia 455 

Karkar Island, PNG 455 

Langgur Island, Indonesia 455 

Los Negros Island, Admiralty Islands (2 01’ X 147 26’) 455 

Madang, PNG 455 

Miak, Karkar Island, (04 34’ X 145 55’), PNG 455 





Milne Bay, PNG 455 

Misool Island, Indonesia 455 

Morotai Island 455 

Ngauguli, Terangan Island 455 

Pisik, Lou Island, Admiralty Islands (2 24’ X 147 20’) 455 

Soron Island, Indonesia 455 

Sumatra, Indonesia 455 

Tanpora Island, Indonesia 455 

Ternate Island, Indonesia 455 

Trobriand Islands, (08 S. X 151 E.) 455 

Tual, Kei-Delah Island, Indonesia 455 

Wahai, Ceram Island, Indonesia 455 

Tiliqua multifasciata 


Ayers Rock region, NT 232 



Tiliqua nigrolutea 




Bombala area, NSW 519 


Dapto, NSW 464 

Gordon, Vic 403 

Monaro Plateau, NSW 224 


Snowy River, Vic 224 


Tiliqua occipitalis 

Armstrong Creek, 85 km north-west of Ayres Rock, NT 232 

Ayers Rock region, NT 232 

Curtin Springs, 80 km east of Ayres Rock, NT 232 


Docker River, NT 232 


Mt. Conner - 37 km north-east of, NT 232 

Mt. Conner, 20 km south of Curtin Springs, NT 232 

Mungo area, NSW 446 

Pt. Parham, (34 25’ X 138 16’), SA 434 

Tiliqua rugosa 






227


Little Desert, Vic 459 




Mungo Lakes National Park - 0.8 km east of Red Top Dam in, (33 47’ X 143 07’), NSW 446 


02’), NSW 446 


446 


Mylor, SA 201 

Willandra Lakes area, NSW 446 

Tiliqua rugosa asper 

Gilruth Plains, near Cunnamulla, Qld 459 

Tiliqua scincoides 

Adelaide, SA 464 




Bombala - 27 km south-east of, (36 55’ X 149 15’), NSW 454 

Bondi Junction, Sydney, NSW 454 



Condell Park, Sydney, NSW 464 



Gayndah, Qld 224 



Goonoo Goonoo Station, south of Tamworth, NSW 297 

Hebel district, Qld 260 

Hiltaba, SA 202 


Laverton, Vic 224 












Werribee, Vic 224 

West Pennant Hills, Sydney, NSW 464 


Tiliqua scincoides scincoids 

Kirrawee, Sydney, NSW 459 

Terrigal, NSW 459 

Trachydosaurus rugosus 



Clunes, Vic 403 


228

Duffield Island, SA 302 

Hareby Island, SA 302 

Hebel district, Qld 260 

Kirkby Island, SA 302 

Langton Island, SA 302 

Mackay district, Qld 90 


Stawell - Halls Gap area, Vic 252 

Talbot, Vic 403 

Winceby Island, SA 302 



Tropidechis carinatus 

Bellangry State Forest, Wauchope area, NSW 518 



Dorrigo National Park, (30 22’ X 152 44’), NSW 518 


Mullumbimby Creek, (28 30’ X 153 30’), Mullumbimby area, NSW 223 

Tyalgum, NSW 380 

Tropidonotus (Natrix) mairii 


Tympanocryptis cephalus (?) 

Richmond to Hughenden, (on Flinders Hwy), Qld 231 

Tympanocryptis intima 




Tympanocryptis lineata 



Hypurna Station, [part of Danggali Conservation Park], ca 80 km north of Renmark), SA 394 

Tympanocryptis spp. 


Typhlina australis 


Panorama, Adelaide, SA 201 

Typhlina bramina 


Typhlina diversa 

Renner Springs, (18 19’ X 133 48’), NT 243 

Tennant Creek, (19 39’ X 134 11’), NT 243 

Typhlina nigrescens 

Belrose, (33 45’ X 151 15’), Sydney, NSW 274 

Glenbrook, (33 46 X 150 36’), NSW 274 



St. Clair, (33 48’ X 150 48’), Sydney, NSW 274 

229


Typhlina nigroterminata 


Utopia Station, NNE of Alice Springs, NT 244 

Typhlina wiedii 

Bell - 5 km S. of, (27 05’ X 151 26’), Qld 274 

Typhlops nigrescens 


Typhlops sp. 


Helensburgh-Waterfall area, Sydney, NSW 49 



Underwoodisaurus milii 











143 08’), NSW 446 


Mylor, SA 201 




Top Hut Station homestead - 1 km west of, NSW 446 

Unechis brevicauda 


Unechis carpentariae 


Unechis dwyeri 


Unechis flagellum 


Bundoora, (37 45’ X 144 58’), Vic 503 

Bundoora, (37 45’ X 144 58’), Vic 505 

Cape Clear, Vic 403 

Devils Kitchen, Vic 403 

Emu Creek, Ballarat area, Vic 403 

Melbourne area, Vic 234 

Unechis gouldii 





230


Unechis nigrescens 

Burleigh Heads National Park, Qld 183 




Samford, Qld 183 



Unechis nigriceps 



Uperoleia laevigata 


Uperoleia marmorata 



Uperoleia minima 


Uperoleia sp. 


Varanus acanthurus 

Tablelands Hwy - 30 km north of Barkley Highway on, NT 285 

Varanus brevicauda 

Simpson Desert - 2 km E. of Illogwa Creek (along a seismic track) in, (24 34’ X 136 15’), NT 244 

Varanus eremius 


Varanus eremius (?) 


Varanus giganteus 



Varanus gilleni 



Varanus glauerti 

[unspecified locality] 18 45’ X 126 03’, WA 436 


Varanus glebopalma 

[unspecified locality] 18 45’ X 126 03’, WA 436 



Varanus gouldii 


Stawell, Vic 253 



231


Boronga - 8.1 km from, (on road to Mungo National Park), NSW 446 


Chibnalwood - 18.8 km east of, on Turlee Rd., NSW 446 






Prungle - 0.2 km north of, on Arumpo Rd., NSW 446 



Top Hut Station - 1.6 km east of, on Zanci Rd., NSW 446 


Varanus gouldii (?) 




Varanus gouldii flavirufus 




Varanus gouldii gouldii 



Varanus gouldii rosenbergi 

Kuitpo, SA 201 


Mylor, SA 201 

Varanus mertensi 

Jim Jim Falls, Arnhem Land, NT 265 



Varanus punctatus 


Varanus rosenbergi 

Fitzgerald River National Park, (33 45’ X 119 47’), WA 366 

Varanus salvator 


Varanus timorensis 


Varanus tristis 




Varanus tristis orientalis 


Atholwood, Texas area, NSW 222 

Mt. Isa, Qld 476 

232

Varanus tristis tristis 

Barry Caves, NT 169 

Broken Hill, NSW 169 


Varanus varius 

Arcadia, Sydney, NSW 246 




Boobora Lagoon, Boggabilla area, NSW 448 


Chichester State Forest - Black Knob Trail in, NSW 493 


Coonamble area, (30 58’ X 148 23’), NSW 304 

Deura National Park, NSW 510 

Kennebri, (30 45’ X 149 02’), NSW 307 


Lexton, Vic 403 



Myall Lakes National Park, NSW 506 



Pyrenees Range, Avoca area, Vic 403 


Tamworth - ca. 16 miles east of, (on Muller Creek), NSW 297 


Vermicella annulata 











Vermicella bertholdi 

Bold Park, (31 57’ X 115 46’), WA 176 

Vermicella littoralis 


Birds 

Aegotheles cristatus 


Anthornis melanura 


Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae 


233


Falco berigora 


Haliaeetus leucogaster 


Nestor meridionalis septentrionalis 


Ninox novaeseelandiae 


Petroica macrocephala toitoi 


Philesturnus carunculatus rufusater 


Pterodroma pycrofti 


Sula leucogaster 

Raine Island, northern Great Barrier Reef, (144 01’ X 11 36’), Qld 315 

Mammals 

Dugong dugon 


Hydrurga leptonyx 

Whale Beach, NSW 263 

Mus musculus 


Neophoca cinerea 


Ningaui ridei 


Notomys alexis 


Petaurus norfolcensis 


Pseudomys hermannsburgensis 


Rattus exulans 


Sminthopsis ooldea 


Trichosurus caninus 


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Index of Invalid Scientific Names 

The following invalid names appear as published. The name usually represent no more than an error 

typographicus, but quite a few are the result of the gender of the specific name being inconsistent with the 

gender of the generic name used. The latter is a common problem in nomenclature because original specific 

names often have to be ‘corrected’ as a consequence of subsequent generic reassignment, and too often 

this is ignored by authors (and Editors). The differences in opinion on the use of ‘i’ or ‘ii’ is another source of 

many incorrect subsequent spellings of scientific names, and there will undoubtedly be rulings on the matter 

by the International Commission of Zoological Nomenclature in the future. I am aware of the dilemma posed 

by the Latinizing of personal names that were themselves already Latinized, but at this time I have opted to 

base my decision on the validity of one use over another simply by referring to the spelling of the name as 

originally published as being the ‘correct’ one to use. The erroneous name is immediately followed by [sic] 

which indicates that it is exactly as in the original. A name appearing partly bracketed indicates that the 

name originally appeared in an incomplete form eg A[mphibolurus] barbatus means that the name appeared 

originally as A. barbatus instead of Amphibolurus barbatus. 

Ablepharous [sic] greyii 

420 

Ablepharus burnettii [sic] 

172 

Acanthophis antarticus [sic] 

188 

Amphibolurus fordii [sic] 

301 

Ancanthophis [sic] spp. 

235 

Anomalopus verreauxi [sic] 

186 

Anomalopus verreauxi [sic] 

188 

Antichinus [sic] stuartii 

247 

Austrelaps superba [sic] 

172, 349, 403, 474 

A[mphibolurus] winneckii [sic] 

359 

Cacophis harritae [sic] 

188 

Carlia burnettii [sic] 

329, 512, 285 

Carlia scmeltzii [sic] 

329 

C[arlia] vertibralis [sic] 

173 

Chelonia [sic] longicollis 

128 

235

Crenadactylus occelatus [sic] horni 

360 

Crinea [sic] signifera 

487 

Cryptoblepharus boutoni [sic] 

188 

Ctenotus brooksii [sic] 

546 

C[tenotus] colleti [sic] 

228 

Ctenotus leseueri [sic] 

332 

C[tenotus] quattourdecimlineatus [sic] 

228 

Ctenotus reguis [sic] 

394 

Ctenotus robusta [sic] 

188 

C[tenotus] robusta [sic] 

359 

C[tenotus] schombergki [sic] 

173 

Ctenotus taeniolata [sic] 

342 

Cteotus [sic] robustus 

206 

Delma fraserii [sic] 

301 

Diplodactylus tessalatus [sic] 

546 

Diplodatylus [sic] 

142 

Drysdalia mastersi [sic] 

172 

Egernia whitei [sic] 

285 

Emydura kreffti [sic] 

432, 547 

Emydura macquarrii [sic] 

332 


236

Eremiascincus richardsoni [sic] 

394, 446 

Hemiergis descesiensis [sic] 

173 

Hemiergis peroni [sic] 

241 

Heteronatie [sic] binoei 

333 

Heteronotia binoeii [sic] 

546 

Hoplocephalus bitorqualus [sic] 

356 

Hoplocephalus stephensi [sic] 

172, 183, 188, 518 

Hypsirhine [sic] macleayi 

27 

H[eleioporus] pasammophilus [sic] 

472 

Lampropholis mustelina [sic] 

342 

Leilopisma [sic] g. guichenoti 

93 

Leilopisma [sic] moco 

330 

Leiolopisma duperryi [sic] 

505 

Leiolopisma guchenoti [sic] 

333 

Leiolopisma trilineata [sic] 

172, 173, 201, 202, 234, 246, 363 

Lerista bougainvilli [sic] 

201 

Lialis burtoni [sic] 

188 

Lialis purtonis [sic] 

394 

Liasis amethystinus [sic] 

292, 349 

Liasis childrenii [sic] 

406 


237

Limnodynastes d. dumerili [sic] 

123 

Limnodynastes dumerili [sic] 

124 

Limnodynastes dumerillii [sic] 

204 

Limnodynastes peroni [sic] 

123, 124, 187, 334, 371, 417 

Limnodynastes tesmaniensis [sic] 

334 

Litoria lesueuri [sic] 

123, 371 

L[itoria] lesueuri [sic] 

187 

Litoria peroni [sic] 

123, 187, 371 

Litoria verreauxi [sic] 

123, 124, 371 

L[itoria] verreauxi [sic] 

187 

Lugosoma [sic] verreauxii 

333 

Menetia greyi [sic] 

173, 201, 202, 228, 244, 301, 446 

Morelia spilotes [sic] spilotes [sic] 

6, 100, 246, 257, 274, 297, 437, 479, 518, 522 

Morelia spilotes [sic] 

94, 172, 256, 298 


Morelia spilotes [sic] variegata 

94, 179, 183, 188, 257, 297, 343, 359, 430, 473, 474, 518 

Morethia lineoocellatus [sic] 

173 

Morethia linoocellata [sic] 

360 

Nephrurus laevis [sic] 

546 

N[ephrurus] laevis [sic] 

193 

Nephurus [sic] stellatus 

203 

238

Notechis curtas [sic] 

400 

Notechis scutatus ater [sic] 

162 

N[otoscincus] watjulum [sic] 

173 

Oedura tryonii [sic] 

297 

Oeudura [sic] lesueurii 

247 

O[xyuranus] micrioepidotus [sic] 

391 

Parademansia microlepidotus [sic] 

180 

Phamphotyphlops [sic] sp. 

297 

Physignathus leseueri [sic] 

188, 275, 332 

Physignathus lesueurii howittii [sic] 

428 

Pogona barbatus [sic] 

448 

Pseudecheirus [sic] peregrinus 

437 

Pseudechis guttata [sic] 

140 

Pseudophryne bibroni [sic] 

27, 187, 371 

Pygopus lipidopodus [sic] 

512 

Python amythestinus [sic] 

165 

Ramphotyphlops bituberculata [sic] 

301, 446 

Rhamphotyphlops [sic] nigrescens 

172, 246, 474 

Siaphos [sic] equalis 

535 

Simoselaps bertholdii [sic] 

301 


239

Simoselaps semifasciata [sic] 

115 

Sphenomorphous [sic] tenuis 

420 

Sphenomorphus nigricaudus [sic] 

317 

Sphenomorphus quoyi [sic] 

188 

Sphenomorphus taeniolata [sic] 

332 

Testudo marginatta [sic] 

538 

Tiliqua branchiale [sic] 

406 

Tiliqua branchialia [sic] 

394 

Tiliqua casaurinae [sic] 

418 

Tiliqua casuarinea [sic] 

172 

Tiliqua gerrardi [sic] 

137, 188 

Tiliqua rugosus [sic] 

27, 301 

Tiliquia [sic] scincoides 

332 

Trachydosaurus rugosa [sic] 

302 

Tympanocryptus lineata tetraphora [sic] 

499 

Tympanocryptus [sic] spp. 

359 

T[yphlina] guenteri [sic] 

530 

Underwoodisaurus millii [sic] 

246 

Uperolia [sic] marmorata 

171 

V[aranus] gignateus [sic] 

359 


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