chaco side-necked turtle (acanthochelys pallidipectoris) in Freshwater rivers and ponds with dense vegetation.
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chaco side-necked turtle

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acanthochelys pallidipectorisESA Categories -reptiles

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    chaco side-necked turtle

  • Regions

    ArgentinaBoliviaBrazil

  • Population

    The population of Acanthochelys pallidipectoris is estimated to be around 10,000 individuals.

  • Habitat

    Freshwater rivers and ponds with dense vegetation.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    2.5, and 30

Regions

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil

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