Meet The Southeast Asian Softshell Turtle. Unlike ..

Meet the Southeast Asian Softshell Turtle!

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Unlike the other softshell turtle species in Malaysia, this species has a textured carapace, called tubercles. Adolescent turtle has more prominent tubercles and loses it over time.

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Similar to its tubercles, adolescent Southeast Asian Softshell turtle has a very distinct yellow spots on their head and neck and fades as they mature.

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These turtles are also know as the black-rayed softshell turtle. Can you guess why?

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The Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia was established in October 2011. The aim of the society is to bring about the recovery of depleted wild populations of turtles, with particular reference to freshwater turtles, in Malaysia through partnerships with like-minded organizations, individuals and local communities as well as through its own programs.

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