My carapace is so big and hard that it was used by the indigenous tribes of Borneo as a shield.
I love
exploring estuaries, I’m not afraid of seawater
I hate
being disturbed by my python neighbours!
About Bornean giant turtle – Kali
Scientific name :
Orlitia borneensis
Common name :
Bornean giant turtle
Native to :
the Malaysian Peninsula, Borneo
Maximum size :
80 cm
Weight :
40 kg
Conservation status :
Endangered (EN)
Reproduction :
the female lays a dozen eggs in the sandy riverbanks where she lives.
Diet :
insects, amphibians, fish, plants
Characteristics :
the carapace of this large tortoise has a rather unique shape: it looks like a mushroom hat!
Location in the Tropical Reserve :
on Python Island, in the python enclosure
