ENEndangered
Euphrates Softshell Turtle
Rafetus euphraticus
Declining
Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euphrates_softshell_turtle
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Species managementLegislation
Other threatened species in TRIONYCHIDAE
Threatened in Iran
Frequently asked questions
Why is Euphrates Softshell Turtle classified as Endangered?
Euphrates Softshell Turtle is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Euphrates Softshell Turtle live?
Euphrates Softshell Turtle occurs in Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Türkiye. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Euphrates Softshell Turtle?
The main threats to Euphrates Softshell Turtle are 1.1, 11.2, 11.4, and 2.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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