How difficult is it to keep Asian Leaf Turtle?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

How large does Asian Leaf Turtle get?

Asian Leaf Turtle typically reaches Carapace length about 15-24 cm (Japanese sources give 21 cm max) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Asian Leaf Turtle?

Asian Leaf Turtle feeds on: Omnivore (plants, fruit, molluscs, crustaceans, fish). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Asian Leaf Turtle?

The price of Asian Leaf Turtle varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Asian Leaf Turtle

Intermediate

Cyclemys dentata

A small Cyclemys widespread in Southeast Asia. Juveniles have round, serrated, leaf-like shells, while adults become flatter and oval with a less obvious serration.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

25〜32℃

Lifespan

Few data on lifespan in captivity

Size

Carapace length about 15-24 cm (Japanese sources give 21 cm max)

Humidity

40〜70%

Diet

Omnivore (plants, fruit, molluscs, crustaceans, fish)

About

The Asian leaf turtle is a geoemydid of the genus Cyclemys found in Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia (Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Bali), the Philippines (Palawan and nearby islands) and China; records from India are doubtful. Japanese sources give a maximum carapace length of 21 cm, the smallest in the genus, while English sources give 15 to 24 cm. The flattened oval carapace has a vertebral keel and slightly serrated rear marginals, which give the species name dentata ("toothed"). The carapace is dark brown to black, and the plastron is plain tan or has fine radiating dark lines. Juveniles have round shells with obvious keels and serrations that look like a leaf, the source of the English name. Its closest relative is the sympatric C. oldhamii, and the two are thought to hybridize in the wild. It is not a strong swimmer, preferring to walk along the bottom, and adults are said to spend nights on land and move into water by day. It is omnivorous, eating plants, fruit, molluscs, crustaceans, fish and carrion. It is one of the more commonly traded turtles in Japan.

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Size of the Asian Leaf Turtle

The Asian Leaf Turtle grows to Carapace length about 15-24 cm (Japanese sources give 21 cm max).

Basic Info

Origin

Southeast Asia (Indochina, Malay Peninsula, Greater Sundas, Palawan), Bangladesh and China

Lifespan

Few data on lifespan in captivity

Size

Carapace length about 15-24 cm (Japanese sources give 21 cm max)

Temperature

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Cyclemys dentata (Gray, 1831)

Synonyms: Cistudo diardii Duméril & Bibron, 1835, Cyclemys bellii Gray, 1863, Cyclemys dhor Boulenger, 1889, Cyclemys orbiculata Bell, 1834, Cyclemys ovata Gray, 1863

Authority databases: GBIF · The Reptile Database: Cyclemys dentata · GBIF: Cyclemys dentata

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix II

Listed in CITES Appendix II. International trade requires an export permit from the country of origin, but no registration is needed to keep or transfer the animal within Japan. The whole genus Cyclemys has been listed since 12 June 2013.

Sources: Species+ (CITES): Cyclemys dentata

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.