West African Mud Turtles are medium size turtles that are native to the continent of Africa. Known for their bright coloration, these creatures are famous in the pet trade.
| Kingdom |
Animalia |
| Phylum |
Chordata |
| Subphylum |
Vertebrata |
| Class |
Reptilia |
| Order |
Testudines |
| Suborder |
Pleurodira |
| Family |
Pelomedusidae |
| Genus |
Pelusios |
| Species |
P. castaneus |
| Scientific Name |
Pelusioscastaneus |
| Other Names |
West African side-necked turtle, Swamp terrapin |
| Length |
7 and 12 inches |
| Coloration |
The carapace is dark to light yellow with polygonal shapes with central black coloration, with each polygob being divided by light brown and thin white stripes; the head has dense black dots upon a yellow base |
| Distribution |
West and Central Africa |
| Habitat |
Fresh water bodies including mud rivers, ponds, holes, and in the swamps |
| Diet |
All kinds of insects, plants, and fish that they can consume |
| Clutch Size |
3-12 eggs |
| Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous (egg-laying) |
| IUCN Conservation Status |
Least Concern (IUCN 2.3) |
West African Mud Turtle Pictures Gallery
-
-
West African Mud Turtle Images
-
-
West African Mud Turtle Pictures
-
-
West African Mud Turtle
-
-
West African Mud Turtles
-
-
West African Side-necked Turtle
-
-
Pelusios Castaneus
-
-
West African Mud Turtle Size
-
-
West African Mud Turtle Care
