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The distributions of the six species constituting the smooth newt species complex

The distributions of the six species constituting the smooth newt species complex

The ‘smooth newt’ Lissotriton vulgaris, consists of multiple morphologically distinct taxa. In a recent study, driven by genetic data, we recognized five species, L. graecus, L. kosswigi, L. lantzi, L. schmidtleri and a more restricted L. vulgaris. The Carpathian newt L. montandoni was confirmed as a closely related sister species. This collective of six species forms the Lissotriton vulgaris species complex. Here we 1) delineate the distribution ranges, 2) provide a distribution database, and 3) produce distribution maps for all species. This allows us to 4) highlight regions where more research is needed to determine the position of contact zones.

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