A survey of the reptiles and amphibians of Bondi State Forest and surrounding areas, near Bombala, New South Wales

Abstract

Reptiles and amphibians in and around Bondi State Forest were surveyed between 1980 and 1984. Nineteen species of reptiles and 15 species of frogs were recorded from Bondi State Forest. Five additional reptiles and two additional frogs were recorded from surrounding areas. Bondi State Forest has elements of both warm and cool temperate fauna. The conservation of reptile and frog communities in this area does not depend upon reservation of large areas of forest habitat. Rather, small reserves may be adequate to conserve populations of most species. Existing riparian strips and retained coupes are probably adequate to conserve viable populations of most species of reptiles and frogs in the area.