Integrative taxonomy of Guinean Lemniscomys species (Rodentia, Mammalia)

摘要: In the Republic of Guinea (West Africa), diversity and distribution striped grass mice genus Lemniscomys is poorly known. course long-term field surveys from 2003 to 2011, we collected 97 specimens various regions with aim characterizing morphological genetic in country. We performed an integrative study that allowed us detect existence at least two species specimens. Two molecular clades, corresponding different karyotypes, were recovered. By comparison type using classical morphometric analyses, are able confirm presence L. linulus striatus Guinea. redescribe skull dental characters known report its standard karyotype formula (2N = 56, NFa 66). did not collect any zebra despite South Mali. conclusion, distributions described for and, including previously reported bellieri, three now occur this recognise these as valid pending further revision a pan-African scale.