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Black Softshell Turtle
Nilssonia nigricans · Trionychidae
| Type | Turtle |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Aquatic |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| UVB lighting | Required |
| Hibernates | No |
| Swims | Yes |
| Care level | Advanced |
| Native region | South Asia |
| CITES | Appendix I |
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