Kinosternon angustipons
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Kinosternon angustipons faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as wetlands across its limited range in northern Colombia and northwestern Venezuela are drained for agriculture and urban development. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial discharge, which degrades the aquatic ecosystems essential for its survival. Collection for the pet trade has historically impacted populations, though this pressure has decreased in recent years.
Habitat
This narrow-bridged mud turtle inhabits shallow freshwater environments including marshes, swamps, temporary pools, and slow-moving streams in lowland areas. The species prefers areas with dense aquatic vegetation and soft substrates where it can forage for invertebrates and seek shelter.
