Fly River Turtle more Information
Alternative Name :
Pig Nosed Turtle
Scientific Name: Carettochelys insculpta
Common Food :
While omnivorous, the Fly River Turtle feeds primarily on plants. One of their preferred foods is the fruit of the mangrove. They also eat leaves and flowers, mollusks, insect larvae, and crustaceans.
Origin :
New Guinea
Habitat :
They live primarily in rivers, swamps, lagoons, water holes, and lakes.