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Saw-shelled Turtle

Wollumbinia latisternum


Adult Carapace Length : 287mm

Found in lagoons, creeks and the upper reaches of rivers.
Feeds on plant and animal material occasionally, taking Cane Toads. The saw
edged serrations at the rear of the shell are most prominent in young
individuals.

A Field Guide to Reptiles of Queensland by Sreve K. Wilson

Classifications: Reptiles
Family: Chelidae
Information sources: Photo taken at Broken River by Robert Werner

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