物种 / 龟鳖目
蝎形动胸龟
Kinosternon (Kinosternon) scorpioides
The scorpion mud turtle is a widespread species in the genus Kinosternon, characterized by its hinged plastron and often aggressive behavior. It is found in Central and South America.
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) > 动胸龟亚属 (Kinosternon (Kinosternon)) > 蝎形动胸龟 (Kinosternon (Kinosternon) scorpioides)。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
- 蝎形动胸龟
- 英文名
- Scorpion Mud Turtle
- 拉丁学名
- Kinosternon (Kinosternon) scorpioides
- 分类等级
- 物种
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Kinosternon scorpioides
Trivia
The species name 'scorpioides' refers to the tail resembling a scorpion's sting. It is the type species of the genus Kinosternon.
Overview
The scorpion mud turtle is a widespread species in the genus Kinosternon, characterized by its hinged plastron and often aggressive behavior. It is found in Central and South America.
Scientific Name
Kinosternon scorpioides
Ecological Habits
Semiaquatic, inhabiting slow-moving waters, ponds, and marshes. Omnivorous, feeding on aquatic invertebrates, fish, carrion, and plant matter. Hibernates during dry seasons in burrows.
Major Threats & Conservation
Threatened by habitat destruction, pollution, and collection for the pet trade. Conservation efforts include habitat protection and regulation of trade.
Morphological Characteristics
Carapace length up to 200 mm, usually dark brown to black with a keel. Plastron with a single hinge, allowing partial closure. Males have a longer tail with a horny nail at the tip.
Natural Distribution & Conservation Status
Distributed from Mexico through Central America to northern South America, including the Amazon basin. Listed as Least Concern by the IUCN due to its wide range and adaptability.
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