Notes on the herpetofauna of the Leaota Mountains, a "wildlife corridor" area

The results of studies on the amphibians and reptiles of the Leaota mountains (Dambovita, Arge and Brasov counties, Romania), a meeting-point of three Natura 2000 sites (Piatra Craiului, Leaota and Bucegi) forming a wildlife corridor, are presented. Twelve amphibian and 4 reptile species were identified in the field. Their distribution within and around the site is discussed, together with some data on the status of the local population. We remark the relative paucity of reptile species.