This sub-adult Chelid side-neck turtle was photographed in captivity.
The Australian Short-necked Turtles, Emydura, are a genus of turtles in the family Chelidae. It is paraphyletic with Elseya. Consequently, it is anticipated that either the latter will be split into two genera or Emydura will be merged into Elysea. They can grow quite large, 30cm or more is not unusual and have a life span of around 20-30 years. They generally do not hibernate as their warmer climate lets them remain active all year round;...
