Philippine Pond Turtle

Siebenrockiella leytensis

Range - found on the northern part of the Philippine island of Palawan, especially in the municipality of Taytay.

Natural History - inhabits creeks and small rivers with full canopy; nocturnal species feeding and mating at night. During the day adults leave the water to hide in burrows in the riverbanks. Highly susceptible to shell rot and skin issues.

Siebenrockiella leytensis