Reptile

Mary River turtle Facts Elusor macrurus

Reptile

Diet: The species is omnivorous, taking plant matter such as algae as well as bivalves and other small animal prey, such as fish, frogs, and sometimes even ducklings.

Classification

Family: Chelidae. Order: Testudines.

Mary River turtle Conservation Status

Mary River turtle is listed here as Endangered. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Fun facts

It inhabits flowing and well-oxygenated sections of the Mary River basin from Gympie to Maryborough, using terrestrial nest sites.
Its habitat consists of riffles and shallow parts that alternate with deeper pools.
Little is known about the ecology and behaviour of the Mary River turtle.