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Mary River turtle

Mary River turtle (Elusor macrurus)
Mary River, Queensland
Photo © Stewart Macdonald
Elusor macrurus - Cann & Legler, 1994
Pronunciation   
Etymology  macrurus: 'big-tailed'.
Other names  Big-tailed Turtle
 
 
Carapace length
Species avg: 41 cm
Reproduction
Oviparous
Clutch size
Description Distribution Natural history Conservation Further information More photos

Range

Mary River drainage area in south-east Queensland.

Found in the following Australian states/territories

Queensland

Habitat

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