Indian flagship turtle (lissemys punctata) pair

(Lissemys punctata). Key Features • Shell: Smooth, olive-brown carapaces covered in bright yellow or orange spots. • Flaps: Characteristic folds of skin over their limbs used for protection when retracting. • Head: Yellow patterned markings on the head and a snouted nose. Habitat and Behavior • Native Range: Common in freshwater habitats across South Asia, including slow rivers, ponds, and marshes. • Lifestyle: They spend much of their time burrowing in soft mud at the bottom of shallow water. • Diet: Omnivorous, feeding on small aquatic insects, vegetation, and small fish