Sandro Lanfranco B.Ed.(Hons.), M.Sc. (Biol.), Ph.D.
Publications and other works
Refereed publications and conference proceedings
1. Lanfranco, S., De Walsche, C., Schembri, P.J., & Mertens, J. (1991). Branchiopods (nonCladocerans) of the Maltese Islands (Central Mediterranean). Hydrobiologia, 212, 241-243.
2. Lanfranco, S. & Schembri, P.J. (1995) Ghadira s-Safra (Malta): a threatened coastal wetland with
an endangered biota. Rapport du Congrès de la Commission Internationale pour l'Exploration
Scientifique de la Mer Méditerranée 34: 127.
3. Lanfranco, S., & Baldacchino, G. (1995). An investigation of limiting magnitude determination: a
pilot study. WGN: Journal of the International Meteor Organisation, 23, 87-90.
4. Lanfranco, S. (1996). Temporary rainwater rockpools as repositories of biological diversity in the
Maltese Islands. Actes des 7emes Rencontres Regionales de l'Environnement; BIO'MES 95
Scientific Symposium. Agence Regionale pour la Protection de l'Environnement. Marseille,
France
5. Lanfranco, S. (1996). Ephemeral wetlands in the Maltese Islands: effects of anthropogenic stress
and protective counter-measures. Actes des 8emes Rencontres Regionales de l'Environnement;
BIO'MES 96 Scientific Symposium. Agence Regionale pour la Protection de l'Environnement.
Nice, France
6. Lanfranco S. & Lanfranco E. (1999). Riella helicophylla (Mont.) Hook. (BRYOPSIDA; HEPATICAE;
RIELLACEAE ); a new addition to the macrophytic wetland flora of the Maltese Islands. Central
Mediterranean Naturalist 3(1):13-14.
7. Camilleri R., Desira-Buttigieg T., Scicluna-Spiteri A. & Lanfranco S. (2000). Boron - An AgroEnvironmental Concern.
8. Lanfranco S. (2000). Species richness of microcrustaceans in temporary freshwater rockpools in
the Maltese Islands. In Aquatic Habitats as Ecological Islands. Proceedings of Conference at
University of Plymouth 5-7th September 2000.
9. Lanfranco S., Callus J., Cilia S. & Zammit H.J. (2000). Preliminary investigations into the vertical
structure of propagule banks of temporary freshwater rockpools in the Maltese Islands. Central
Mediterranean Naturalist 3(2): 69-78.
10. Lanfranco S. (2001). The Branchiopod fauna of the Maltese Islands. Central Mediterranean
Naturalist 3(3): 109-114.
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11. Lanfranco S. (2004). Temporary freshwater rockpools in the Maltese Islands (Central
Mediterranean): formation, ecological processes and implications for management and
conservation. Proceedings of LIFE conference on Mediterranean Temporary Ponds.
12. Lanfranco S. (2004). A simplified strategy for evaluating change in plant communities. Symposia
Melitensia 1: 67-74.
13. Cassar, L.F., Conrad, E., Role’, A., Lanfranco, E., Rizzo, M. & S. Lanfranco (2005). Coupling of
vegetation change with change in coastal sand-dune morphology at Berkoukech (north-western
Tunisia). The Mediterranean Coastal Area from Watershed to the Sea: Interactions and Changes.
Proceedings of MEDCORE Project International Conference. Florence, 10th – 14th November
2005. p.22
14. Lanfranco, S., Cassar, L.F., Conrad, E. & E.Lanfranco (2005). A methodology for longitudinal
monitoring of vegetation colonising coastal dunes: a case study on dune communities of
beaches to the south-east of Foce d’Ombrone, Maremma Regional Park, Tuscany, Italy. The
Mediterranean Coastal Area from Watershed to the Sea: Interactions and Changes. Proceedings
of MEDCORE Project International Conference. Florence, 10th – 14th November 2005. p.60.
15. Cassar L F., Lanfranco S., Camilleri A. & Lanfranco E. (in press): La dinamica sedimentologica e lo
sviluppo delle dune costiere: Osservazioni sulla geomorfologia e la vegetazione delle dune a
Collelungo (Parco della Maremma, Toscana)
16. Cassar LF., Gatt P., Lanfranco E., Lanfranco S. & Mallia A. (2005): Smir Lagoon (Northern
Morocco) and its surroundings: an environmental management approach. In: Bayed A. &
Scapini F [eds] Ecosystemes cotier sensibles de la Mediterranee: Cas du littoral de Smir –
Recherche de base pour une gestion integree. Travaux de l’Institut Scientifique, Rabat,
Morocco. Serie Generale No. 4; pp. 65-74.
17. Lanfranco, S., Cassar, L.F., Conrad, E. & E.Lanfranco (2006). A rapid method for monitoring
macrophytic vegetation. (in press)
18. Lanfranco, S. & E. Lanfranco (2008). Spatial distribution and interannual variation of
macrophytic vegetation colonising the sand dune system at Cala Francese, Collelungo, in the
Maremma National Park. WADI International Conference, November 2008.
19. Lanfranco, S. (2008). A preliminary spatial analysis of the population of Limonium etruscum at
Parco dell’Uccellina, Tuscany, Italy. WADI International Conference, November 2008.
20. Lanfranco, S., Schembri, P.J. & Grillas, P. (2010). Prediction of the impact of projected climate
change on hydrology and vegetation of temporary freshwater rockpools of the Maltese Islands.
4th Conference of the European Pond Conservation Network (EPCN) Berlin (Erkner), Germany, 1st
– 4th June 2010.
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21. Lanfranco, S. & Grillas, P. (2010). Hydrological characteristics of temporary freshwater pools of
the Maltese Islands. 4th Conference of the European Pond Conservation Network (EPCN) Berlin
(Erkner), Germany, 1st – 4th June 2010.
Books
1. Lanfranco S. (2002). L-Ambjent Naturali tal-Gżejjer Maltin. Pubblikazzjonijiet Indipendenza
(Kullana Kulturali No. 45.) 196pp.
Book Chapters
1. Lanfranco, S. (1995). Il-Krustaċji. In J. Sultana & V. Falzon (Eds.), Il-Flora u l-Fawna ta Malta. (pp.
274-292). Malta: Environment Secretariat.
2. Lanfranco, S. (1996). Crustacea. In J. Sultana & V. Falzon (Eds.), Wildlife of the Maltese Islands.
(pp. 274-292). Malta: Environment Secretariat.
3. Lanfranco, E., & Lanfranco, S. (1996). The flora and fauna of the Mosta area. In L. Scerri [Ed.],
Mosta - The Heart of Malta. (pp. 1-18). Malta: Midsea Books.
4. Lanfranco S., & E. Lanfranco (2000). The flora and fauna of the Naxxar area. In Catania, P. &
Scerri L.J. [Eds.], Naxxar - a village and its people. (pp. 1-26). Malta.
5. Schembri, P.J. & Lanfranco, S. (2001) Mediterranean coastal habitats and biota. In: Cassar, L.F.
[ed.] Training package: integrated coastal area management. Part 1: Training manual, pp.19-41;
Part 2: Visual aids, Section 2, 34pp. Vienna: United Nations Industrial Development
Organization.
6. Cassar, LF, Lanfranco S, Camilleri A & E Lanfranco (2007). La dinamica sedimentologica e lo
sviluppo delle dune costiere. In: Scapini, F. & M. Nardi [eds.] Il Parco regionale della Maremma
e il suo territorio. Chapter 13; pp. 117-125. Pacini Editore, Firenze.
Ecological consultancy reports
1. Lanfranco, S. (1992). Physico-chemical and biological characteristics of Għadira s-Safra with
conservational considerations. Society for the Study and Conservation of Nature, Malta.
2. Lanfranco, S., Lanfranco, E., & Schembri, P.J. (1994). An ecological appraisal of a site at it-Torri
ta' San Ġorġ l/o Pembroke prepared as part of an environmental planning statement of the
Hotel St.George's project. Malta University Services, Msida, Malta.
3. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1995). An ecological appraisal of a site at il-Qortin ta' Għajn
Damma l/o Xagħra, Gozo, prepared as part of an environmental planning statement for the
construction of a waste transfer station. Advanced Engineering Systems Ltd., Malta.
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4. Lanfranco, S., Lanfranco, E., & Schembri, P.J. (1995). An ecological appraisal of a site at tasSwatar l/o Msida, Malta, proposed for the St Martin's College project. Malta University Services,
Msida, Malta.
5. Lanfranco, S. (1995). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Wej, limits of Naxxar and Mosta.
Naxxar Local Council, Naxxar, Malta.
6. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1996). An Ecological Appraisal, Monitoring Programme and
Management Plan for a site at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of the Hilton Site Redevelopment Project.
Malta University Services, Msida, Malta.
7. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1996). An ecological appraisal of a site at Għallis, l/o Naxxar.
Naxxar Local Council, Naxxar, Malta.
8. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1996). A baseline survey of terrestrial vegetation within retained
ecological zones at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme for the
Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. Malta University Services, Msida, Malta.
9. Lanfranco, S., Lanfranco, E., & Schembri, P.J. (1996). A comparative appraisal of the Wied
Guno/Wied Pisklu/Wied il-Kbir system (Western Gozo). Malta University Services, Msida, Malta.
10. Lanfranco, S. (1997). An ecological appraisal of a site at tal-Ksajjem, limits of Għarb, Gozo,
proposed for the rehabilitation of a disused quarry.
11. Lanfranco, S. (1997). An ecological appraisal of a site at ta' Slima, l/o San Lawrenz, Gozo
proposed for the extension of an existing softstone quarry.
12. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1997). A survey of terrestrial vegetation within retained
ecological zones at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme for the
Hilton Site redevelopment project: Second Monitoring Session. Malta University Services,
Msida, Malta.
13. Lanfranco, S., & Schembri, P.J. (1997). An ecological appraisal of a site at Magħtab, Malta,
proposed for the relocation of a pig farm. Malta University Services, Msida, Malta.
14. Lanfranco, S. (1998). An evaluation of the ecological feasibility of landscaping a freshlyexcavated quarry at ix-Xoqqiet, Bengħisa, south-eastern Malta. Malta Freeport, Malta.
15. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1998). A survey of terrestrial vegetation within retained
ecological zones at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme for the
Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. Third Monitoring Session. Malta University Services, Msida,
Malta.
16. Lanfranco, S. (1998). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ta' Klement, l/o Qala, Gozo, proposed
for the construction of a new hardstone quarry.
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17. Lanfranco, S. (1998). A strategy for landscaping two disturbed areas at ix-Xoqqiet, Bengħisa,
south-eastern Malta. Malta Freeport, Malta.
18. Lanfranco, S. (1998). An ecological appraisal of a site at tas-Sellum, l/o San Gwann, Malta,
proposed for the construction of a new hardstone quarry.
19. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1999). A survey of terrestrial vegetation within retained
ecological zones at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme for the
Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. Fourth Monitoring Session. Malta University Services,
Msida, Malta.
20. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1999). A survey of terrestrial vegetation, amphibious vegetation
and aquatic fauna at il-Qaliet Wetland (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme
for the Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. First Monitoring Session for Maritime Rockpools.
Malta University Services.
21. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (1999). A survey of terrestrial vegetation, amphibious vegetation
and aquatic fauna at il-Qaliet Wetland (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme
for the Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. Second Monitoring Session for Maritime Rockpools.
Malta University Services.
22. Lanfranco, S. (1999). A preliminary ecological appraisal of a site at il-Qattara, l/o Dingli, Malta,
proposed for the extension of an existing agricultural area.
23. Lanfranco, S. (1999). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Balal, limits of San Ġwann, Malta,
proposed for the construction of a new secondary school by St.Michael’s Foundation for
Education
24. Lanfranco, S. (1999). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Qroqq, Malta, proposed for an
extension to the new hospital.
25. Lanfranco, S. (1999). An ecological appraisal of a site at ix-Xgħira, limits of Għarb, Gozo,
proposed for the operation of a softstone quarry.
26. Cassar, L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2000). Gozo and Comino Local Plan: Survey of environmental
resources. Volume 1. 144pp.
27. Cassar, L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2000). Gozo and Comino Local Plan: Survey of environmental
resources. Volume 2. 119pp.
28. Lanfranco, S., & Lanfranco, E. (2000). A survey of terrestrial vegetation within retained
ecological zones at il-Qaliet (Malta) as part of an ecological monitoring programme for the
Hilton Site Redevelopment Project. Fifth Monitoring Session. Malta University Services, Msida,
Malta.
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29. Lanfranco, S. & Cassar, L.F. (2001). A landscaping and restoration scheme for a softstone quarry
at Ta’ Slima, limits of San Lawrenz, Gozo.
30. Lanfranco, S. (2001). An ecological appraisal of a site at Bengħisa, limits of Birzebbugia, Malta,
proposed as the land-based component of a new tuna-penning facility.
31. Lanfranco, S. (2001). A brief note on the occurrence of Corn Marigold (Chrysanthemum segetum
L.) at Għajn Kalment, limits of Qala, Gozo.
32. Lanfranco, S. (2001). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ta Sqaq Awżara, limits of Qormi, Malta,
proposed as the site of a new dairy farm.
33. Lanfranco, S. & Cassar, L.F. (2001). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ġebel Għawżara, limits of
Bidnija, Malta
34. Lanfranco, S. (2001). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ta’ Wied Moqbol, limits of Żurrieq,
Malta, proposed for the relocation of a hardstone quarry.
35. Lanfranco, S. (2002). An ecological appraisal of a site at il-Brolli, limits of Birzebbugia, Malta,
with considerations on the construction of a proposed boundary wall.
36. Lanfranco S., Cassar, L.F & E. Lanfranco (2002). An ecological appraisal of a site at Pembroke,
Malta, proposed for the redevelopment of the White Rocks Tourist Complex. First interim
report covering wet-season assemblages.
37. Cassar, L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2002). A Baseline ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Qares, limits of
Mosta, Malta.
38. Lanfranco, S. (2002). Rationale for reclamation of a hardstone quarry at Ta Isopu, limits of
Nadur, Gozo.
39. Lanfranco, S. (2002). Development of environmentally sound restoration strategies for the
Magħtab, Qortin and Wied Fulija landfill sites. Initial review.
40. Lanfranco, S. (2002). A baseline ecological appraisal of a site at Wied Xlendi, limits of Munxar,
Gozo.
41. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco S. & P.J. Schembri (2002). Description of ecological assets within the
prescribed area at Ħondoq ir-Rummien, Gozo (limits of Qala).
42. Lanfranco S., Cassar, L.F & E. Lanfranco (2002). An ecological appraisal of a site at Pembroke,
Malta, proposed for the redevelopment of the White Rocks Tourist Complex. Second report
covering dry season assemblages.
43. Lanfranco, S. (2002). Rationale for the ecological reinstatement of a site impacted by trenching
works on the southeastern coast of Comino.
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44. Lanfranco, S. (2003). Replies to Comments on ecological report submitted in view of appeal
hearings on PA1394/94: Proposed Baling Centre, erection of administration office, baling
machine, concrete platform and boundary walls.
45. Lanfranco, S. and L.F. Cassar (2003). Description of ecological assets in the vicinity of the public
solid waste disposal site at Xagħra, Gozo.
46. Lanfranco, S. and L.F. Cassar (2003). Description of ecological assets in the vicinity of the public
solid waste disposal site at Wied Fulija, limits of Żurrieq, Malta.
47. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2003). Update to an Environmental Planning Statement for the
proposed extension of a hardstone quarry at Ta’ Torri Falka, Mġarr, Malta.
48. Lanfranco, S. and L.F. Cassar (2003). Description of ecological assets in the vicinity of the public
solid waste disposal site at Magħtab, Malta.
49. Lanfranco, S., Cassar L.F., Schembri, P.J. and E. Lanfranco (2003). An ecological appraisal of a
site at Ramla tal-Mixquqa, limits of Mellieħa, Malta, proposed for the demolition and
reconstruction of the Golden Sands Hotel.
50. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2003). A baseline ecological appraisal of a site at Tas-Sinja, limits of
Marsalforn, Gozo.
51. Lanfranco, S. (2003). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tas-Sejba, limits of Mqabba, Malta,
proposed for the extension of an existing softstone quarry.
52. Lanfranco, S. and L.F. Cassar (2003). A baseline ecological appraisal of a site in the vicinity of
Castello Zammitello, Mġarr, Malta.
53. Lanfranco, S., Lanfranco, E. and P.J. Schembri (2003). An ecological appraisal of a site on Comino
proposed for the redevelopment of the Club Nautico Complex.
54. Lanfranco, S. (2003). A baseline ecological appraisal of a site at Sant’Jiermu, limits of Żebbuġ,
Gozo.
55. Lanfranco, S. (2003). A list of prominent flora from a site at B’Kara, proposed for the
construction of the B’Kara Tennis Club Complex.
56. Cassar, L.F. and S. Lanfranco (2004). An ecological appraisal of a site at ta’ Wied Merell, limits of
San Lawrenz, Gozo proposed for the sanctioning of extension to softstone quarry No. 6.
57. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco S. & P.J. Schembri (2004). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Ponta,
limits of San Lawrenz, Gozo, proposed for the extension of a softstone quarry.
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58. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco S. & P.J. Schembri (2004). Report on a survey of the terrestrial ecological
resources of the Qawra/Dwejra area, western Gozo, commissioned by Nature Trust (Malta).
59. Lanfranco, S., Cassar, L.F. & E. Lanfranco (2004). Description of floral assets in Wied Żnuber,
limits of Ħal-Far, Malta, in connection with the installation of a manufacturing plant for the
production of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
60. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). Restoration Plan for Quarry Nos. HM15, HM22
and HM23 and the surrounding lands: ecological considerations.
61. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). A description of a site at Xrobb l-Għaġin,
Malta, as part of an afforestation plan for the area.
62. Lanfranco, S. (2005). A note on ecological resources at Triq Qasam San Ġorġ, Kerċem, Gozo as
part of an Environmental Planning Statement for the Sanctioning of an extension to an existing
cow-shed.
63. Lanfranco, S. (2005). A list of prominent flora from a site off Luqa Road, Qormi, proposed for the
construction of a new petrol station.
64. Lanfranco, S. & E. Lanfranco (2005). An ecological appraisal of sites at Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra,
southern Malta, in relation to the construction of a visitor centre, a pathway and protective
shelters on the megalith structures.
65. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Fontana,
Gozo in connection with application PA4530/02.
66. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tal-Marin,
Xagħra, Gozo in connection with the re-development of an existing commercial complex.
67. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2005). Assessment of probable environmental impact of the Ta’
Cenc Heritage Park and Tourism Development Project, Ta’ Cenc, Gozo.
68. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Hal-Farrug, limits of Luqa,
Malta as part of an Environmental Planning Statement for the consolidation, extension and
improvement of an existing construction plant.
69. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). An assessment of potential risk of the
relocation of the LPG depot from Qajjenza to Ix-Xoqqiet, Bengħisa on the adjacent ‘Special Area
of Conservation’.
70. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). Ecological assessment of a site at Ħal Far in
connection with the construction of a sewage pumping station including proposals for a
monitoring programme.
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71. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ix-Xaghra l-Hamra and TalQortin, limits of Mellieha Malta, proposed for the construction and operation of an eighteenhole championship-standard golf course and ancillary facilities. Survey of dry-season
communities.
72. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Mistra,
limits of St Paul’s Bay, Malta, proposed for the redevelopment of the Mistra village complex.
73. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Tat-Tuffieh,
Wied Ghomor, limits of San Gwann, Malta.
74. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2005). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ix-Xaghra l-Hamra and TalQortin, limits of Mellieha Malta, proposed for the construction and operation of an eighteenhole championship-standard golf course and ancillary facilities. Survey of wet-season
communities.
75. Lanfranco, S. (2006). A baseline ecological appraisal of maritime rockpools at Il-Qaliet Wetland,
St Julian’s, Malta.
76. Cassar, L.F. & S. Lanfranco (2006). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ix-Xaghra l-Hamra and TalQortin, limits of Mellieha Malta, proposed for the construction and operation of an eighteenhole championship-standard golf course and ancillary facilities. Survey of orchid populations.
77. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2006). An ecological appraisal of a site at Ghajn
Tuffieha, limits of Mgarr, Malta, proposed for the re-development of the Riviera Martinique
Hotel.
78. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2006). An ecological appraisal of an area at Ghajn
Rihana/Burmarrad/Salina, Malta, proposed for the construction of a storm water channel.
79. Lanfranco, S. (2007). A note on the status of the population of Corn Marigold Glebionis segetum
(L.) Fourr. (=Chrysanthemum segetum L.) at Ghajn Kalment, limits of Qala, Gozo.
80. Lanfranco, S. (2007). An ecological appraisal of an area at Ix-Xaghra ta’ Bla Hajt, Bahrija, Malta:
Survey of ecological resources.
81. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). An ecological appraisal of an area at Hondoq
ir-Rummien (Qala), Gozo, proposed for the construction of a destination port comprising hotel,
yacht marina and tourist village. Dry-season and early wet-season survey of ecological
resources.
82. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). An ecological appraisal of an area at Hondoq
ir-Rummien (Qala), Gozo, proposed for the construction of a destination port comprising hotel,
yacht marina and tourist village. Wet-season (early spring) survey of terrestrial ecological
resources.
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83. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). An ecological appraisal of an area at Ricasoli
(Kalkara) proposed for the construction of the SmartCity Malta complex. Survey of dry-season
and wet-season communities incorporating a survey of shore assemblages.
84. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). Integration of Environmental Concerns into
Malta’s Agriculture on the Basis of the IRENA Operation. Reports 2 and 3.
85. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). An ecological appraisal of an area at Ta’Masrija
(Mellieha), Malta, proposed for redevelopment into residential units.
86. Cassar, L.F., Lanfranco, S. & P.J. Schembri (2007). An ecological appraisal of the Special Area of
Conservation - Candidate Site of International Importance, in the Pembroke Area, Malta.
87. Lanfranco, S. (2008). An ecological appraisal of an area at Ta’ Kalment (Qala), Gozo, proposed
for the extension of an existing hardstone quarry.
88. Schembri P.J., Cassar L.F. Lanfranco S. (2008). Integration of environmental concerns into
Malta’s agriculture on the basis of the IRENA operation -Service tender CT2445/06. Final report
on implementation of Ecology indicators.
89. Cassar L.F. (2008). An ecological appraisal of an area at Zabbar/Kalkara, Malta, proposed for the
construction of a new link road from Bieb is-Sultan, Zabbar to Triq Santu Rokku, Kalkara: surveys
of ecological resources.
90. Cassar L.F., Lanfranco S., Schembri P.J. (2008). An ecological appraisal of an area at Daħlet talMielħa, limits of Marsalforn, Gozo. Late wet season survey of ecological resources.
91. Cassar L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2008). An ecological appraisal of an area at Wied Moqbol, limits of
Zurrieq, Malta, proposed for the extension of an existing hardstone quarry: Survey of ecological
resources.
92. Lanfranco S. & L.F. Cassar (2009). Appropriate Assessment of an area at Ta’Cenc: surveys of
ecological resources.
93. Cassar L.F., Lanfranco S., Schembri P.J. (2009). An ecological appraisal of an area at Tal-Qormija,
limits of Mgarr, Malta, proposed for the construction of an industrial park: survey of ecological
resources made in February 2009.
94. Lanfranco, S., Cassar, L.F. & Schembri, P.J. (2009). An ecological appraisal of the Cittadella, Gozo
and its environs. Mosta, Malta: Ecoserv Ltd; 33pp.
95. Lanfranco, S. & L.F. Cassar (2009). Construction of a shaft related to the National Flood Relief
Project at Wied Ghollieqa: Update of an Appropriate Assessment of ecological resources.
Ecoserv Ltd; 31pp.
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96. Lanfranco, S. & L.F. Cassar (2009). An ecological appraisal of part of Wied is-Sewda, limits of
Attard, Malta in the vicinity of shaft ‘E’ of the National Flood Relief Project: Survey of ecological
resources and assessment of impacts. Ecoserv Ltd; 38pp.
97. Cassar L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2010). Occurrence of flora of conservation significance in The Smart
City Malta complex construction site and its environs in Ricasoli (Kalkara), Malta. Ecoserv Ltd;
5pp.
98. Cassar L.F. & Lanfranco S. (2010). Assessment of environmental impact of a combined
oil/sewage spill into Wied tal-Lunzjata, Gozo. Ecoserv Ltd; 25pp.
Other unrefereed works and popular articles
1. Lanfranco, S. (1982). R Coronae Borealis variables. The Astronomer, 1, 7-10.
2. Brincat, S., & Lanfranco, S. (1983). The Variable Stars: Rho Cassiopeiae and Betelgeuse. The
Astronomer, 1, 1-5.
3. Lanfranco, S. (1989). A Perseid Meteorite? Sirius, 14, 29-32.
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Reviewer
1. Xjenza
2. Central Mediterranean Naturalist
4 November 2010
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