This Turtle Is Not Like Any Other! Rare Freshwater Turtle

Published 2022-06-01
The Fly River Turtle (or pig-nosed turtle) may look like a sea turtle, but these freshwater friends are not found in the ocean. In this video, find out what makes the Fly River Turtle one of the most unique creatures in the world and why they are loved so much in the aquarium hobby. 🐢
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All Comments (21)
  • @mmnelson82
    I’m really happy for Cory that he was able to make this a reality. I have no doubt that Elmer will have a fantastic life.
  • I worked for a pet store called "Amazon Reptiles" back in '01. We had a baby turtle enclosure up by the register filled mainly with sliders, softshells and snappers. But, there was one baby Fly River in there. I don't think we were allowed to sell it. I think, like the gator, it was a display animal. Maybe it was for sale and it was just really expensive. This was over 20 years ago. But, either way, I used to take care of one.
  • I would love to get a couple for a public aquarium too see them and raise them, in the hope's of breeding them.
  • @kenjiro2676
    A good alternative species to keep for outdoor ponds year round would be temperate species of soft shell turtle.
  • @stephanieguyot
    I’ll click on that cutie thumbnail everyday of the week. What a cute shot of Elmer!
  • Elmer is a cool little dude...like lady bird and Murphy..I will continue to enjoy watching their continued progress through life being a member of ACO. love theses narrated species profiles..fun 🙂
  • @L1011_tristar
    While listening to the video I watched my fly river turtle
  • @bio_88
    Cool! Beautiful creatures. Funny what nature can make
  • @CJBlack265
    So Cory, what's next on your bucket list? I love that you finally got your FRT - 💕👍
  • @Seven7ails
    I was like I want one until she said they can grow up to 27 inches 😂
  • @da5kidd
    Idk who narrated but it was enjoyable
  • ZooMed has 4 large fly river turtles in their facility in San Luis Obispo, along with many other endangered reptiles. Probably from customs seizures. Do hope they make an effort to breed them as they are overwhelmingly male in captivity.