An updated herpetofaunal species inventory of Iona National Park in southwestern Angola

Angola has experienced an incredible increase of the knowledge its herpetofauna over past decade. However, accurate biodiversity inventories remain deficient for certain regions particular conservation interest. We therefore provide updated checklist Iona National Park’s herpetofauna, with 75 recorded species, including five amphibians and 70 reptiles, 40 these first time in Park. These species comprise ~80% reptile diversity Namibe Province. Therefore, this work recognises Park as most reptile-diverse protected area is potentially one richest southern Africa. Consequently, enhances importance specific plans need further investigation into hidden region.