Pelusios broadleyi
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Pelusios broadleyi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range across southeastern Africa. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and mining activities, which contaminate the freshwater systems essential for its survival. Collection for the pet trade has also contributed to population declines, as these turtles are sought after by collectors due to their restricted distribution.
Habitat
This freshwater turtle inhabits slow-moving rivers, seasonal pools, and wetlands in southeastern Africa, particularly favoring areas with muddy substrates and abundant aquatic vegetation. The species requires both permanent water bodies for feeding and nearby terrestrial areas with suitable soil for nesting.
