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Yellow Spotted Sideneck Turtle
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Eats
Omnivorous, meaning they eat fruits, leaves, fish, mollusks, and carrion (dead animals).
Lives
Found in South America's Amazon River, they are an aquatic turtle, spending most of their time in the water. They will use the Amazon River, it's tributaries, and flooded forests as their main habitat.
Behavior
Diurnal and social, mainly finding others while basking and during mating season.
Description
These large, dark-shelled turtles are easy to recognize by the yellow spots on their heads. The females can grow up to twice as big as the males, reaching up to 18 inches long! Instead of pulling their necks straight back into their shells like some other turtles, they have a special way of tucking their heads sideways under their shells for protection. It's a clever way to stay safe!
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How can I Help?
To help the Yellow-Spotted Side-Neck Turtle, you can take a few simple steps! First, support conservation efforts by protecting their natural habitats and reducing pollution in rivers and ponds. Avoid buying pets from the wild, as this can harm their populations. If you see one in the wild, give it space and don’t disturb its home. Finally, educate others about these amazing turtles and why they need our help. Together, we can make a difference for the Yellow-Spotted Side-Neck Turtle!
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