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Malayan softshell turtle

A species of Malayan softshell turtles, Also known as Malayan soft-shelled turtle
Scientific name : Dogania subplana Genus : Malayan softshell turtles

Malayan softshell turtle, A species of Malayan softshell turtles
Also known as:
Malayan soft-shelled turtle
Scientific name: Dogania subplana
Genus: Malayan softshell turtles
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Malayan softshell turtle (Dogania subplana) Photo By dave_k_h , used under ALL RIGHTS RESERVED /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Malayan softshell turtle (Dogania subplana) is a species of softshell turtle in the family Trionychidae. It is monotypic in its genus.

General Info

Lifespan

5-8 years

Diet

Malayan softshell turtle's primary nourishment largely comprises mollusks. This species exhibits specialized predatory behavior, primarily consuming freshwater snails and exhibits an occasional dietary inclusion of small invertebrates.

Behavior

Malayan softshell turtle is a semiaquatic, nocturnal predator, mainly active during twilight hours. This solitary species is known for its notable ambush hunting strategy, camouflaging in water bodies to catch prey unnoticed. Males display territorial behaviors particularly during breeding season, warding off rivals with aggressive gestures.

Population

Stable
Malayan softshell turtle (Dogania subplana) Malayan softshell turtle (Dogania subplana) Photo By dave_k_h , used under ALL RIGHTS RESERVED /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Testudines
Family
Softshell turtles
Genus
Malayan softshell turtles
Species
Malayan softshell turtle
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