Red-headed snake-necked turtles (confirmed introduction)

Characteristics of red-headed snake-necked turtles They are more timid, especially the less advanced wild individuals, and are generally intolerant of low temperatures like the common South American water turtles. When it comes to distinguishing between males and females, the tail is generally used as the center of identification. The ones with thicker and longer tails are male turtles, and the smaller ones are female. turtle.

Chinese name: Red-headed snake-necked turtle

Special No.:Twisted-necked turtle, South American flat turtle

Binary name:Platemys platycephala

Geographical distribution: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Guyana and Brazil.

Growth method: Oviparous. Females can be identified by their tails (naturally, the one with a long and thick tail is a male). Mating is possible all year round, and the female turtle can lay 4 to 6 eggs at a time. Occasionally, the egg-laying place is far away from the water source.

Morphological characteristics: Bright eyes

Living culture: Amphibious and peaceful places

Population dispersion: Southeast Asia

Food habits: When they catch a piece of meat, fish or an insect, they will tear the food open with their front claws, just like other turtle brothers. They also jerk their heads to the side, using this strange action to help feed.

Caregiver:Generally speaking, curved-necked turtles are relatively suitable for captivity. But its behavior and body may become so weak that it is considered to be an impending disaster.

Growth method: Oviparous.

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