7 Unique Turtle Species You’ve Likely Never Heard Of

Mata Mata Turtle: Native to South America, it has a camouflaged, leaf-like shell that helps it blend in with its environment.

Pig-Nosed Turtle: Found in freshwater rivers of Australia and New Guinea, this turtle has a pig-like snout.

Pancake Tortoise: Known for its flat, soft shell, it resides in rocky areas of East Africa and is incredibly agile.

Mary River Turtle: Found in Australia, it sports a green algae "hairdo" and breathes through its cloaca.

Radiated Tortoise: A critically endangered species from Madagascar with a stunning, star-patterned shell.

Snake-Necked Turtle: These turtles, found in Australia and New Guinea, have unusually long necks that can rival their shell length.

Leatherback Sea Turtle: The largest sea turtle species, known for its soft, leather-like shell and extensive migration distances.

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