Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle (Mauremys sinensis)

The Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle (Mauremys sinensis) is a freshwater turtle found in rivers of southern China, Taiwan and Vietnam, listed Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Common name

Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle

Scientific name

Mauremys sinensis

Conservation status (IUCN Red List)

Endangered

Habitat

Rivers of southern China, Taiwan & Vietnam

Wears crisp stripes down its neck like racing decals. A fast swimmer from the rivers of Southeast Asia.