flatback
| Scientific name | Natator depressus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Garman |
| Year of description | 1880 |
| IUCN category | DD |
| Family | Cheloniidae |
| Genus | Natator |
Introduction
Natator depressus, commonly known as flatback, is a salt water reptile.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size80 - 100 cm
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
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Longevity100 year
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Size80 - 100 cm
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
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Longevity100 year
How to recognize the flatback ?
The flatback measures between 80 and 100 cm. This reptile is bicolore with a predominantly beige and gris body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietnot specified
The flatback is a reptile solitary. This species is carnivorous .
Although the flatback is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui enfouit ses œufs
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Clutch size50 - 0 eggs
The flatback is a reptile ovipare qui enfouit ses œufs.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature23 - 29 °C
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Depth0 - 90 m
Biotope presentation
The flatback is most often found at a depth between 0m and 90m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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