Short-necked Turtle
Turtles & Tortoises

Short-necked Turtle

Emydura macquarii

Habitat

Rivers, streams, and lakes.

Range

Australia

Adult Size

Up to 14 in (Up to 35 cm)

Diet

Omnivorous

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Conservation status:Least Concern

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

Foraging on algae and insects

Summer
Dec โ€“ Feb

High activity level

Autumn
Mar โ€“ May

Opportunistic feeding

Winter
Jun โ€“ Aug

Lowered activity