Pelusios marani

Pelusios marani, also known commonly as the Gabon mud turtle, is a species of turtle in the family Pelomedusidae. The species is native to Central Africa.

Etymology

The specific name, marani, is in honor of herpetologist .

Geographic range

Pelusios marani is found in Gabon and the Republic of the Congo.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Pelusios marani is bodies of fresh water such as lakes and quiet rivers.

Reproduction

Like all turtles, Pelusios marani is oviparous.

References

Bibliography

• 416 pp. (Pelusios marani, p. 92).
• Bour R (2000). "Une nouvelle espèce de Pelusios du Gabon (Reptilia, Chelonii, Pelomedusidae)". Manouria 3 (8): 1–32. (Pelusios marani, new species). (in French).