Matamata Turtle

(Chelus fimbriatus)

Matamata turtles camouflage well into the bottom of streams and swamps, blending in with leaves and plants. They have a uniquely shaped and flattened head, along with a tube-like snout used like a snorkel to stick up out of the water to breathe.

Quick Facts

Quick Facts

Habitat:Holden Reptile Conservation Center

Class:Reptiles

Conservation Status:Not Available

Size:Up to 1.5 feet

Diet:Small fish and invertebrates

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