Snail-Eating Turtle

The Snail-Eating Turtle (Malayemys spp.), native to Thailand, is a distinctive freshwater turtle celebrated for its specialized diet on mollusks. Characterized by its broad, flattened shell and a snout that's adaptively elongated, this turtle is expertly equipped to extract snails from their shells. Inhabiting slow-moving waters, ponds, and marshes, the Snail-Eating Turtle plays a pivotal role in maintaining the ecological balance of aquatic habitats in Thailand by controlling snail populations. Amidst the country's rich tapestry of biodiversity, this unique turtle stands out, both for its dietary preference and its role in promoting healthy freshwater ecosystems.