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 |
YouTubeWatch more videos on this very endangered river turtle - one of the Amazons best kept secrets.
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WikipediaLoads of interesting reading about the Arrau or Giant Amazon River Turtle - becoming very rare.
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Conservation projectZSL or Zoological Society of London - the oldest Zoo in the world - learn more about their conservation projects.
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