Reptile & Amphibian Breedopedia

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  "African Sideneck Turtle"
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There are currently no recognized subspecies of African sideneck turtle. They are very similar to the African helmeted turtle, however, and the names are frequently interchanged. Another common name they are known by is West African mud turtle African sidenecks get their nickname due to their inability to withdraw their heads fully into their shells, instead drawing their head to the side and under the upper...