The Systematic Status of Eumeces pluvialis Cope

Name: The Systematic Status of Eumeces pluvialis Cope
Author: Hobart M. Smith

By Hobart M. Smith

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The author examines taxonomic variation within a skink formerly treated as Eumeces anthracinus, identifying three geographically distinct populations that differ in juvenile coloration and recommending provisional retention of the name pluvialis for the western group pending further study. He reports the first confirmed Kansas record of a cave-dwelling salamander, documenting specimens from a Galena cave and noting habitat details and size measurements. An additional Oklahoma specimen of a treefrog is recorded from southeastern Delaware County, extending its known regional distribution. Several other noteworthy amphibian and reptile records from Kansas and Oklahoma are summarized to inform a forthcoming regional herpetological handbook.

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Hobart M. Smith

Hobart M. Smith was a notable herpetologist recognized for his contributions to the study of reptiles and amphibians. His research focused on various species, particularly within the context of hybridization and morphological variations. Among his significant works is "Hybridization Between Two Species of Garter Snakes," which explores genetic interactions between snake species. Smith also examined the anatomical variations in turtles, as seen in "Kyphosis and other Variations in Soft-shelled Turtles," and contributed to the understanding of amphibian development with his study on the tadpoles of Bufo cognatus. His scholarly work has enriched the field of herpetology and continues to be referenced by researchers.