Pelomedusa subrufa
| Scientific name | Pelomedusa subrufa |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | BONNATERRE |
| Year of description | 1789 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Pelomedusidae |
| Genus | Pelomedusa |
Introduction
Pelomedusa subrufa is a fresh water reptile from the Africa.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size26 - 32 cm
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Mimicryplants
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Longevity20 year
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Size26 - 32 cm
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Mimicryplants
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Longevity20 year
How to recognize Pelomedusa subrufa ?
Pelomedusa subrufa measures between 26 and 32 cm. This reptile is unicolore with a predominantly marron body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving as a couple or alone
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietnot specified
Pelomedusa subrufa is a reptile living as a couple or alone naturally found in the vegetation. This species is omnivorous with carnivorous tendency .
Pelomedusa subrufa is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place. In a constant quest for dominance, the dominant males of this species cannot stand each other. The battle between two individuals can be intense and violent. It will result in the submission and sometimes even death of one of the protagonists.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui enfouit ses œufs
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Clutch size30 - 42 eggs
Pelomedusa subrufa 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?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature26 - 29 °C
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FlowSlow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
Pelomedusa subrufa is most often found at a depth between 0m and 1m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths. This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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Sources & Contributions
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Translation
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Bibliographic references
Food Habits of a Pelomedusid Turtle, Pelomedusa subrufa, in Tropical Africa (Nigeria): The Effects of Sex, Body Size, Season, and Site - Luca Luiselli - Godfrey C. Akani - Nwabueze Ebere - Lorenzo Rugiero - Leonardo Vignoli - Francesco M. Angelici - Edem A. Eniang - Mathias Behangana - Chelonian Conservation and Biology - 2011.
Analyse de la parade de Pelomedusa subrufa subrufa (LACEPEDE) - Vincent Bels - Amphibia-Reptilia - 1983.
Topographical and Morphological Studies on the African Helmeted Turtle (African Side-Necked T-urtles - Pelomedusa Subrufa) with Special Reference to its Coelomic Cavity - Yara S.abouelela - reem r.T. - Open access - 2020.
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