Endangered Turtle - Cochin cane forest turtle

 

Know Your Vijayachelys : 

The Vijayachelys genus is monotypic and contains on the Cochin Forest Cane Turtle (Vijayachelys silvatica).

Cochin Forest Cane Turtle is native to the Western Ghats in Southwestern India. It is the smallest turtle species native to India. The carapace is considerably depressed, with a prominent mid-line keel, as well as one less pronounced lateral keel on each side. The turtle is omnivorous and known to dig underground burrows. Little is known about this species as the population is very small and it is rarely seen. Threats include hunting for bush meat. Now You Know Your Vijayachelys!