物种 / 龟鳖目
白吻动胸龟
Kinosternon (Cryptochelys) leucostomum
The white-lipped mud turtle is a small to medium-sized species known for the white or pale coloration on the margins of the jaws. It is part of the subgenus Cryptochelys.
分类路径：龟鳖目 (TESTUDINES) > 隐颈龟亚目 (CRYPTODIRA) > 硬壳龟下目 (DUROCRYPTODIRA) > 鳄龟总科 (CHELYDROIDEA) > 动胸龟科 (KINOSTERNIDAE) > 动胸龟亚科 (KINOSTERNINAE) > 动胸龟属 (Kinosternon) > 隐龟亚属 (Kinosternon (Cryptochelys)) > 白吻动胸龟 (Kinosternon (Cryptochelys) leucostomum)。顺这个路径能知道它在龟鳖目里属于哪个科、哪个属，方便和相近物种做对比。
- 中文名
- 白吻动胸龟
- 英文名
- White-lipped Mud Turtle
- 拉丁学名
- Kinosternon (Cryptochelys) leucostomum
- 分类等级
- 物种
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Kinosternon leucostomum
Trivia
The name 'leucostomum' means 'white mouth' in Greek, referring to the light-colored jaw margins. It was originally described as Cinosternon leucostomum.
Overview
The white-lipped mud turtle is a small to medium-sized species known for the white or pale coloration on the margins of the jaws. It is part of the subgenus Cryptochelys.
Scientific Name
Kinosternon leucostomum
Ecological Habits
Inhabits streams, rivers, and wetlands. Primarily carnivorous, feeding on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. Nocturnal and secretive, often hiding under debris.
Major Threats & Conservation
Habitat loss due to agriculture and urban development, as well as collection for the pet trade. Protected in some areas, but enforcement is weak.
Morphological Characteristics
Carapace reaches about 160 mm, brown with lighter markings. Head is dark with a distinct white or yellow stripe on the jaw and chin. Plastron hinged, yellow to brown.
Natural Distribution & Conservation Status
Found from southern Mexico to northern South America, including the Pacific and Atlantic drainages. Listed as Least Concern overall, but some populations face localized threats.
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