The Malayan Softshell Turtle Has Four Distinct Spo..

The Malayan softshell turtle has four distinct spots on its carapace.

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They prefer to live in the clean running water which is found in rocky streams at higher elevations.

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Similar to other softshell turtles, the Malayan softshell are primarily carnivorous and practices ambush feeding. Their diet includes snails and other molluscs, crushing their shells with its powerful jaws.

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