Species Detail
Magdalena River Turtle
Turtles & Tortoises

Magdalena River Turtle

Podocnemis lewyana

Habitat

Large rivers with sandy substrates.

Range

Colombia

Adult Size

Up to 18 in (Up to 45 cm)

Diet

Omnivorous

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Conservation status:Critically Endangered

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Magdalena River Turtle and how to gut-load each one before feeding.

Crickets

Recommended Foods
Collard greensMustard greensDandelion greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashBell peppersHigh-quality commercial cricket gut load
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Dubia Roaches

Recommended Foods
Collard greensTurnip greensMustard greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashApplesOranges (occasionally)High-quality roach chow
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.