Yellow-headed Sideneck
Turtles & Tortoises

Yellow-headed Sideneck

Podocnemis unifilis

Habitat

Rivers, oxbow lakes, and lagoons.

Range

Northern South America

Adult Size

Up to 16 in (Up to 40 cm)

Diet

Omnivorous

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Conservation status:Vulnerable

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Southern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Southern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Sep โ€“ Nov

Grazing on riparian aquatic vegetation

Summer
Dec โ€“ Feb

High activity level with varied diet

Autumn
Mar โ€“ May

Feeding on fallen fruits and seeds

Winter
Jun โ€“ Aug

Reduced opportunistic feeding