African Side-Necked Turtle
Scientific name
Pelusios castaneus
Lifespan
About 20 years in the wild, 30-50 in captivity
Range
Swamps, rivers, lakes and marshes of Africa
Diet
Turtles are ominvores. The African side-necked turtles mainly feeds on small fish, aquatic invertebrates, and vegetation.
Social Structure
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats in the Wild
The current population threat of the African side-necked turtle is unknown. However, it is likely that pollution due to agricultural development pose a threat to the species.
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