Giant South American Turtle

Podocnemis expansa

The Giant South American Turtle (scientific name Podocnemis expansa) is a near threatened species in LeafFauna's turtles group, belonging to the genus Podocnemis. LeafFauna lists Giant South American Turtle among more than 25,000 animal species. Every photo is credited to its photographer and shown under its license. Open it in the LeafFauna app for more facts, a range map, sightings by month and more photos.