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The Pig-Nosed Turtle is a type of turtle that is found in the wetlands of Australia and New Guinea. They are a dark olive green color with a pale yellow underbelly. They have a long, pig-like snout which gives them their common name. They are a semi-aquatic species and can be found in both fresh and salt water. They are omnivorous and feed on a variety of things, including plants, small fish, and insects. They are a relatively common species and can be found in many wetland areas.

Animal population

Unknown

Population
IUCN Classification

Endangered (EN)

IUCN Classification

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Geeky Facts about the Pig-nosed Turtle

Fact 1

It is the only living member of its genus and does not have any known subspecies.

Fact 2

They are also known as the Fly river turtle for the first river in which they were found.

Fact 3

It is aptly named; they have a fleshy, protruding snout with nostrils at the front.

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Outback Adventure
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Grand Tour of Australia
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£9,075 / person

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Outback Safari
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Northern Territory Explorer
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£3,655 / person

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Ultimate South Pacific with the Legendary Ghan Train & Fiji
Ultimate South Pacific with the Legendary Ghan Train & Fiji
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Top End & Central Australia Explorer
Top End & Central Australia Explorer
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£4,665 / person

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Independent Wonders of Australia
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£3,722 / person

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Kakadu Dreaming
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£1,190 / person

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£1,405 / person

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Top End & Kakadu Adventure
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The Wonders of Australia
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£9,149 / person

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Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train
Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train
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20 days from

£7,755 / person

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Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Family Adventure
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Australia
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£920 / person

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