Mata Mata / Matamata Turtle. Venezuela

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Mata Mata / Matamata Turtle. Venezuela

WAT-8815
Mata Mata / Matamata Turtle
Venezuela
Chelus fimbriatus
Distribution: from the Amazon and Orinoco river systems in Venezuela and Colombia, south to Brazil and Bolivia and west to Ecuador and Peru.
The Mata Mata is also found in the West Indies on the island of Trindad.
M. Watson
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Amazon Barbel Barbels Bizarre Freshwater Marsh Marshes Neck Necks Nose Noses Puzzle Strange Swamp Turtle Turtles Ugly Venezuela Wetland Wetlands Amphibians And Reptiles

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EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, M. Watson brings us face to face with the enigmatic WAT-8815, also known as the Mata Mata Turtle. Hailing from the lush wetlands of Venezuela, this single tropical freshwater reptile is a true marvel of nature. With its bizarre and strange appearance, it's no wonder why some might consider it ugly. But don't be fooled by its unconventional looks! This turtle's unique puzzle-like head and neck are perfectly adapted for blending into its surroundings in rivers, marshes, and swamps. Take a closer look at those faces - or should we say masks? With their intricate patterns and wrinkled noses adorned with barbels, these turtles could easily pass for ancient creatures from another world. It's as if they're wearing their own built-in disguise! As you gaze upon this fascinating creature captured in M. Watson's lens, let your imagination run wild in the depths of the Amazon rainforest. Marvel at how Mother Nature has crafted such an extraordinary being that effortlessly navigates through both water and land. So next time you stumble upon a seemingly ordinary river or swamp during your South American adventures, keep an eye out for our elusive friend – the mysterious Mata Mata Turtle!

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