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The Mary River turtle and the Queensland lungfish attracted particular attention regarding their conservation. The Mary River turtle, whose only known home is the Mary River, is a cloacal ventilator ("bum breather" – it uses oxygen from water taken in through its tail), and is listed in the top 25 most endangered turtle species in the world ...
The Fitzroy River turtle (Rheodytes leukops) is a species of freshwater turtle in the family Chelidae. It is the only surviving member of the genus Rheodytes, the other member being the extinct form Rheodytes devisi. [5] The species is endemic to south eastern Queensland, Australia and only found in tributaries of the Fitzroy River.
Elseya albagula, commonly known as the white-throated snapping turtle, is one of the largest species of chelid turtles in the world, growing to about 45 cm (18 in) carapace length. [ 1 ] The species is endemic to south-eastern Queensland , Australia , in the Burnett , Mary , and Fitzroy River drainages.
The turtles were rescued within the past year after being stranded in cold environments. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ...
The turtle has been taken to Sea Life Brighton thanks to Condor Ferries, free of charge, and will be transported to "warmer seas" by the Royal Navy. Manager Steve Byrne said they were "delighted ...
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Turtle Group is a national park in Queensland, Australia, 1,634 km northwest of Brisbane. [1] [2] See also. Queensland portal; Protected areas of Queensland;