Assam leaf turtle


The Assam leaf turtle is a species of turtle in the family Geoemydidae. The species is endemic to India and Bangladesh.

Etymology

The specific name, gemeli, is in honor of Austrian herpetologist Richard Gemel.

Description

The carapace of C. gemeli lacks patterns in adults. It is elongated and relatively flat, with nearly parallel sides. The plastron is unpatterned and dark brown. The head is brown, and the throat and neck are uniformly dark. The bridge is also dark brown.

Geographic range

The Assam leaf turtle can be found in Bangladesh and India.