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Genus: Palea

Palea is a small genus of softshell turtles known for their leathery shells and aquatic lifestyle. These turtles are native to parts of Southeast Asia and China. They prefer slow-moving rivers and ponds, where they can bury themselves in the soft substrate and ambush prey. Palea turtles are often mistaken for other softshell species but can be told apart by subtle differences in their shell shape and nostrils.