Species Detail
African Softshell Turtle
Turtles & Tortoises

African Softshell Turtle

Trionyx triunguis

Habitat

Rivers, estuaries, and coastal waters.

Range

Africa and Mediterranean coast

Adult Size

Up to 37 in (Up to 95 cm)

Diet

Carnivorous

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Conservation status:Vulnerable

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

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

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

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Hunting fish in river channels

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

High feeding rate in estuaries

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Preparing for seasonal transitions

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Slowing activity in deep pools