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Abstract
Abstract:
The Javelin sand boa, Eryx jaculus, is one of the erycid snakes occurring in Iran. In order to investigate sexual dimorphism in this species, 12 morphological characters were examined in 22 adult specimens (10 males and 12 females) from different localities in western Iran. Results showed that the number of sub-caudal scales, the relative tail length, and snout-vent length are different between sexes. Brief comparison of sexual dimorphism among species of Eryx was presented.
We wish to thank Mohammad Zarrintab, Haji Gholi Kami, Bahman Zangi, Konstantin D. Milto, and authorities of the Zoological Museum of Razi University of Kermanshah and Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute of Karaj for providing the specimens and their assistance in this research.
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