chinese stripe-necked turtle

Scientific name Mauremys sinensis
Descriptor Gray
Year of description 1834
IUCN category (World) CR
Family Geoemydidae
Genus Mauremys
Mauremys sinensis Mauremys sinensis

Introduction

Mauremys sinensis, commonly known as chinese stripe-necked turtle, is a fresh water reptile from the Asia.

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Who is it?

Morphology

  • Size
    20 - 26 cm
  • Motif
    horizontal stripes
  • Mimicry
    plants
  • Longevity
    20 year
  • Size
    20 - 26 cm
  • Motif
    horizontal stripes
  • Mimicry
    plants
  • Longevity
    20 year

How to recognize the chinese stripe-necked turtle ?

The chinese stripe-necked turtle measures around 20 cm. The females are more imposing and some specimens can reach 26 cm. This reptile is bicolore with a predominantly jaune and vert body. The also has jaune horizontal stripes.

Sexual dimorphism

The female is bigger than the male.

Behaviour & Life cycle

  • Sociability
    living in a group or alone
  • Way of living
    diurnal
  • Venomous
    No
  • Diet
    not specified

The chinese stripe-necked turtle is a reptile living in a group or alone naturally found near to the surface. This species is omnivorous with herbivorous tendency .

The chinese stripe-necked turtle 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

  • Reproduction
    ovipare qui pond sur substrat caché
  • Clutch size
    3 - 10 eggs

The chinese stripe-necked turtle is a reptile ovipare qui pond sur substrat caché.

Harmless species

This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.

Where to find it?

Conservation status of populations (IUCN)

World : CR

Where to see this species?

What is its habitat?

Natural environment characteristics

  • Temperature
    22 - 28 °C
  • Flow
    Slow 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".

The chinese stripe-necked turtle is most often found at a depth between 0m and 2m. 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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Bibliographic references

The Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle (Mauremys sinensis [Gray, 1834]) (Geoemydidae), Another Introduced Turtle Species in Florida - Dale R. Jackson - IRCF - 2021.

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