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Arrau or Giant Amazon River Turtle,  Podocnemis expansa

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These turtles are side-necked turtles, so called because they do not pull their heads directly into their shells, but rather bend their necks sideways to tuck their heads under the rim of their shells.

Where do they live: South American Amazon basin
What do they eat: They feed on fruits, weeds, fish, and small invertebrates
Whats their habitat: Fresh water
How many left in the wild: Unknown
Conservation status: Vulnerable 
Major threats: Being used for pets and deforestation 

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