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Fly River Turtle/Pig Nose Turtle - (Carettochelys insculpta)
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Fly River Turtle/Pig Nose Turtle - (Carettochelys insculpta)

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Fly River Turtle/Pig Nose Turtle - (Carettochelys insculpta)
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🐢 Fly River Turtle / Pig Nose Turtle (Carettochelys insculpta)

The Fly River Turtle, also known as the Pig Nose Turtle, is a unique freshwater turtle native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea. Recognized by its distinctive pig-like snout and flipper-like limbs, it is the only freshwater turtle species with flippers, resembling sea turtles. These turtles are considered the holy grail of freshwater turtles due to their rarity, unique appearance, and specialized care requirements.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Fly River Turtle, Pig Nose Turtle
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Carettochelys insculpta
  • 🧬 Family: Carettochelyidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Northern Australia and Southern New Guinea
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 24 inches (60 cm) shell length

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐢 Mostly aquatic, spends much time swimming
  • 🤝 Generally peaceful but can be shy
  • 🏞 Prefers warm, slow-moving rivers and lagoons
  • 🦷 Omnivorous diet with strong jaw for crushing food

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 200+ gallons for adults
  • 💧 Large water volume with basking area and good filtration
  • 🌡️ Maintain stable warm water temperatures

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Clean, well-oxygenated water

🍽️ Diet

  • Omnivorous — aquatic plants, insects, crustaceans, and commercial turtle pellets

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Fly River Turtle, Pig Nose Turtle
🧬 Scientific Name Carettochelys insculpta
🌍 Origin Northern Australia, Southern New Guinea
📏 Max Size Up to 24 inches (60 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Peaceful, shy
🛁 Tank Size 200+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Large aquatic turtle setups, experienced keepers

📝 Snippet

  • The Fly River Turtle (Carettochelys insculpta), or Pig Nose Turtle, is the holy grail of freshwater turtles with its unique flipper-like limbs and pig-like snout.
  • It requires a very large, well-maintained aquatic environment and expert care.
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