Near Threatened #25 European Pond Turtle (Endangered species) 2021

The European Pond Turtle or also known as the European Pond Terrapin and the European Pond Tortoise is a tortoise native to Europe, Africa, and Asia and is listed as near-threatened.

Reasons for near-threatened status - Habitat loss (urban development), vehicle mortality, pet collecting.

Conservation efforts - Ownership of wild-caught specimens is prohibited, due to protection laws.

European Pond Turtles Facts - 

Science Name: Emys orbicularis

Size: 12 - 38 cm

Weight: 1 kg

Native Locations: Europe, Africa, Asia 

Lifespan: 40 - 60 years

Conservation status: Near Threatened (NT)

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