Eastern long-necked turtle Facts
Chelodina longicollis
The eastern long-necked turtle (Chelodina longicollis), also known commonly as the common long-necked turtle and the common snake-necked turtle, is an eastern Australian species of freshwater snake-necked turtle in the family Chelidae. The species inhabits a wide variety of water bodies and is an opportunistic feeder.
- Diet
- The eastern long-necked turtle is carnivorous, eating a variety of animals.
- Lifespan
- Up to 37 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Eastern long-necked turtle Facts at a Glance
The eastern long-necked turtle (Chelodina longicollis), also known commonly as the common long-necked turtle and the common snake-necked turtle, is an eastern Australian species of freshwater snake-necked turtle in the family Chelidae. The species inhabits a wide variety of water bodies and is an opportunistic feeder.
It belongs to the family Chelidae in the order Testudines. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
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- Lifespan
- Up to 37 years (maximum recorded longevity)
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