Giant Asian Pond Turtle (Heosemys grandis) — Critically Endangered Reptilia

Giant Asian Pond Turtle

Heosemys grandis

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Reptilia · Geoemydidae

About

The giant Asian pond turtle inhabits rivers, streams, marshes, and rice paddies from estuarine lowlands to moderate altitudes throughout Cambodia and Vietnam and in parts of Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and India.

Fun Fact

Slight variations in coloration can be seen among the species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is threatened by land conversion for agriculture.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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