The Indonesian snake neck inhabits shallow pools in marshy areas. In dry months they may aestivate (prolonged dormancy) in the mud. They are primarily vegetarian but prey on mollusks, crayfish and insects. Like its name suggests, the Indonesian snake neck has a long neck and a broad head with an … [Read more...] about Indonesian Snake Neck (C. reimanni)
Chelonian
Mata Mata (C. fimbriata)
The Mata mata is a freshwater turtle that prefers slow moving water and muddy bottoms. They can be found in rivers, blackwater streams, swamps, and marshes. They spend most of their time under the water and rarely go onto land or even bask in the sun. They are very camouflaged and resemble debris. … [Read more...] about Mata Mata (C. fimbriata)
Texas Tortoise (G. berlandieri)
The Texas Tortoise inhabits dry shrub and grasslands and feeds succulent plants such as the prickly pear cactus. Though this species is of least concern it is still illegal to collect or possess them. The males have large frontal scutes used to fight off other males. Females may also have smaller … [Read more...] about Texas Tortoise (G. berlandieri)
Chinese Pond Turtle (M. trijuga coronata)
The Sri Lankan pond turtle is a subspecies of the Indian black turtle and is found in South Asia. This species is a freshwater turtle and is most active during the early mornings and evenings. Most of the day they bask in the sun. The subspecies, Sri Lankan pond turtle, tend to spend more time in … [Read more...] about Chinese Pond Turtle (M. trijuga coronata)
Sri Lankan Pond Turtle (M. trijuga coronata)
The Sri Lankan pond turtle is a subspecies of the Indian black turtle and is found in South Asia. This species is a freshwater turtle and is most active during the early mornings and evenings. Most of the day they bask in the sun. The subspecies, Sri Lankan pond turtle, tend to spend more time in … [Read more...] about Sri Lankan Pond Turtle (M. trijuga coronata)