Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle

The Chinese stripe-necked turtle (Mauremys sinensis) or golden thread turtle, is a species of turtle in the family Geoemydidae. They are widely distributed in the subtropical regions of Taiwan.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Chinese Stripe-necked Turtle being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

• Mauremys reevesii
• Mauremys mutica
• Mauremys rivulata
• Mauremys caspica
• Mauremys japonica
• Cuora flavomarginata

Classification

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Reptilia

Order

Testudines

Family

Geoemydidae

Genus

Mauremys

Species

Mauremys sinensis

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