Cycloderma is a genus of softshell turtles found in Africa, primarily in freshwater lakes, rivers, and slow-moving streams. These turtles have smooth, leathery shells that help them move easily through water. Common characteristics include their flat, circular bodies, long necks, and snorkel-like noses, which they use to breathe while submerged. Cycloderma turtles are highly aquatic, spending most of their time underwater. They are carnivorous, feeding on fish, insects, and other small aquatic animals. An interesting fact about this genus is that they can remain underwater for long periods by absorbing oxygen through their skin.