Murray River Turtle

Emydura macquarii

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Reptilia · Chelidae

About

Emydura macquarii, also known as the Murray River turtle, Macquarie River turtle, eastern short-necked turtle, eastern short-neck turtle, and southern river turtle, is a species of freshwater turtle in the family Chelidae. Named after the Macquarie River of New South Wales, the turtle is a wide-ranging species that occurs throughout many of the rivers of the eastern half of Australia.

Fun Fact

The holotype was originally collected by René Primevère Lesson (1794–1849) and Prosper Garnot (1794–1838) in 1824.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs throughout many of the rivers of the eastern half of Australia.

Diet

Diet includes small crustaceans, aquatic insects, filamentous algae, and possibly aquatic weeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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