A survey of the amphibians of Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, South Carolina and Georgia
From 2004 to 2006, we used a variety of sampling techniques to survey the amphibians of Savannah National Wildlife Refuge (SNWR), a large protected area straddling the lower portions of the Savannah River on the border between South Carolina and Georgia. We documented 22 amphibian species—15 frogs and 7 salamanders—with a possible 23rd species present. Species richness was lower than what might be expected from amphibian field guides of species inhabiting the adjacent Coastal Plain, likely due to a lack of specialized habitats, such as temporary ponds and upland pine forest. Amphibians occupied a variety of habitats and appeared tolerant of the mildly acidic and low-oxygen conditions of many of the wetlands. Although additional species may be found at SNWR, this initial survey provides a historic baseline for monitoring amphibian populations as areas adjacent to the refuge are disturbed, the climate changes, and multi-use management objectives are implemented within refuge boundaries.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Title | A survey of the amphibians of Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, South Carolina and Georgia |
| DOI | 10.1656/058.016.0405 |
| Authors | C. Kenneth Dodd, William J. Barichivich |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Southeastern Naturalist |
| Index ID | 70197863 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Wetland and Aquatic Research Center |
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