Yellow-headed temple turtle
A species of Forest turtles Scientific name : Heosemys annandalii Genus : Forest turtles
Yellow-headed temple turtle, A species of Forest turtles
Scientific name: Heosemys annandalii
Genus: Forest turtles
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Description
The yellow-headed temple turtle (Heosemys annandalii ) is a large species of turtle in the family Geoemydidae. The species is native to Southeast Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Yellow-headed temple turtle is known for its largely herbivorous feeding behavior, with a distinctive preference for a variety of leaves and fruits. It supplements its diet by occasionally consuming invertebrates.
Appearance
The yellow-headed temple turtle is a medium-sized aquatic turtle with a stocky, oval carapace and a strong, stumpy tail. Its shell is usually a dull brown to black color, often adorned with small white patches. The underside of the shell (plastron) ranges from cream to yellow and often exhibits a unique pattern of black blotches. Notably, adults tend to exhibit a brighter plastron than juveniles. Its skin is generally a dark, earthy color with hints of yellow on the head and neck.
Behavior
Yellow-headed temple turtle is a solitary and mostly nocturnal species, known for its burrowing behavior, often found hidden under forest leaf litter during the day. It uses its strong, sharp claws for digging and foraging, primarily for fruits, vegetation, and invertebrates. Yellow-headed temple turtle has a notably aggressive demeanor when threatened, extending its head out from its shell and hissing to deter predators. Defending its territory is typical, marked by the secretion from femoral glands.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Neotropical wood turtles Genus
Forest turtles Species
Yellow-headed temple turtle 
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