Discover the Pangshura tentoria, a semi-aquatic turtle from southern Asia, known for its distinctive oval-shaped shell, strong webbed limbs, and adaptability in diverse freshwater habitats. This vulnerable species plays a vital role in maintaining aquatic ecosystems by consuming vegetation and regulating water quality.
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Kinosternon cruentatum
Discover the Striped Mud Turtle (Kinosternon cruentatum), a striking aquatic species thriving in freshwater habitats across the southeastern U.S. and Central America, known for its unique camouflage, diurnal behavior, and vital ecological role as both predator and scavenger.
Chelodina pritchardi
Discover Chelodina pritchardi, the Eastern long-necked turtle, native to the freshwater systems of southeastern Australia. This unique species is known for its long neck, mottled brown and green shell, and vital role in aquatic ecosystems, primarily feeding on invertebrates and contributing to ecological balance.