Conservation genetics of Australasian sailfin lizards: Flagship species threatened by coastal development and insufficient protected area coverage.

Highlights: [•] Multilocus phylogenetic study of Southeast Asian sailfin lizards. [•] Conservation genetic study of the genus Hydrosaurus. [•] Forensic analysis of Philippine black market pet trade. [•] The results reveal cryptic diversity and insufficient protected habitat. [•] We evaluate conservation threats and illegal pet trade in light of results. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]