Pehmeltseadmete
Pehmeltseadmete, also known as soft-shelled turtles, are a group of reptiles belonging to the order Testudines. They are characterized by their soft, leathery shells, which are not ossified like those of hard-shelled turtles. This group includes several families, such as the Trionychidae, which are commonly known as soft-shelled turtles, and the Kinosternidae, which are often referred to as mud turtles. Pehmeltseadmete are found in various habitats, including freshwater environments like rivers, lakes, and ponds, as well as in some terrestrial areas.
Soft-shelled turtles are known for their unique reproductive strategy. Instead of laying eggs, they give birth
These turtles play an important role in their ecosystems. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of