National Aquarium: Broad-Shelled Turtle (Chelodina expansa)

Did you know that this turtle’s long neck can add 80% to its body length, aiding in its deception strategy for ambush hunting?

The broad-shelled turtle can tuck its neck and head under the leading edge of its carapace, or upper shell. The largest of the snake-necks, these turtles are relatively flattened in appearance and have clawed, webbed feet.

Read on to learn more about the broad-shelled turtle!


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Turtles & Tortoises
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