Side necks (Family Chelidae)

Phrynops williamsi

A rare species, lives in rushing streams with rocky bottoms, swims very quickly and busily looks for prey among the scant plants growing on the rocks and boulders.

Click on the left pic to see closeup of P.williamsi hatching

Juvenile Phrynops williamsi Very showy color and pattern

If you have any questions pertaining husbandry or breeding of the above species, I will be happy to help.

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