Cuora amboinensis amboinensis
A species of Asian box turtles Scientific name : Cuora amboinensis amboinensis Genus : Asian box turtles
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis, A species of Asian box turtles
Scientific name: Cuora amboinensis amboinensis
Genus: Asian box turtles
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Description
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis exhibits a sessile and reclusive lifestyle, essentially burrow-dwelling, which contributes to its ecological role as a decomposer in the tropical regions. Notably, during the monsoon season, this creature exhibits a diet shift, ingesting not only vegetation but aquatic invertebrates, efficiently minimizing competition for resources in its ecosystem. Its propensity to aestivate in hotter months shows an intriguing adaptation to its challenging environment.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis is primarily omnivorous, with a strong inclination towards an insectivorous diet. It consumes a variety of invertebrates like insects, mollusks, and crustaceans. It supplements its diet with fruit and vegetable matter.
Appearance
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis has a compact, semi-aquatic body with a domed shell, predominantly dark brown or black in color adorned with a beautiful irregular yellow to orange rim. This turtle possesses solid, strong limbs and a blunt, robust head. Its skin is rough and leathery. There aren't significant variances in appearance between ages, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis is a semi-aquatic turtle, typically solitary barring mating season. It exhibits a basking behavior for thermoregulation and vitamin D synthesis. Behaviorally adaptable, this species can forage underwater or on land, primarily consuming invertebrates, vegetation, and carrion. Males of this species can be territorial, especially during mating seasons, and demonstrate unique courting rituals.
Photo By Brown R, Siler C, Oliveros C, Welton L, Rock A, Swab J, Van Weerd M, van Beijnen J, Rodriguez D, Jose E, Diesmos A , used under CC-BY-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Neotropical wood turtles Genus
Asian box turtles Species
Cuora amboinensis amboinensis 
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