Mauremys mutica kami
A species of Bataguridae Scientific name : Mauremys mutica kami Genus : Bataguridae
Mauremys mutica kami, A species of Bataguridae
Scientific name: Mauremys mutica kami
Genus: Bataguridae
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Description
Mauremys mutica kami is a highly aquatic, omnivorous turtle native to East Asian waters. Known for its cryptic nature, it spends most of its life submerged in water, surfacing only for brief periods to breathe. As an intriguing defense mechanism, mauremys mutica kami releases a foul-smelling musk to deter potential threats. Its omnivorous diet includes both plant matter and small aquatic creatures, contributing to underwater biodiversity regulation.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Mauremys mutica kami primarily consumes plant-based food, favoring a wide variety of aquatic vegetation. Notably, these turtles extensively feed on algae and submerged aquatic plants. Occasionally, small fish and invertebrates enhance their diet.
Appearance
Mauremys mutica kami has a relatively small and round shell, spanning up to 20 cm. It exhibits a smooth, olive-brown to black carapace, and possesses a streamlined, ridgeless plastron. Its skin is soft, greenish to brown with unique yellowish spots on its neck. Females tend to appear bulkier with a slightly larger shell. Distinctive features include its short, blunt nose and barely visible tail.
Behavior
Mauremys mutica kami is a solitary, semi-aquatic turtle known for its basking behavior. Its social dynamics are largely nonexistent, as it prioritizes individual territory marking and defense. Additionally, mauremys mutica kami exhibits distinctive survival behaviors like feigned death responses to deter predators and flexible foraging habits that allow it to thrive in varied habitats.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Neotropical wood turtles Genus
Bataguridae Species
Mauremys mutica kami 
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