Observations on behavior and ecology in an Australian turtle, Chelodina expansa (Testudines: Chelidae)
Abstract
Observations of natural populations and captives over a period of 6 years provide preliminary information on the ecology of a poorly known and secretive species. Included are observations on habitat partitioning in small pools where two other chelid species occur and notes on the carnivorous diet and manner of feeding. Head bobbing and self-grooming behavior are described.
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Canadian Journal of Zoology
- Pub Date:
- November 1978
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- Bibcode:
- 1978CaJZ...56.2449L