Reptile
Mary River turtle Facts
Elusor macrurus
- 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.
Mary River turtle Facts at a Glance
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.
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.
Quick facts
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.
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