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Genus: Vijayachelys

Vijayachelys is a genus of turtle that includes only one species—the Cochin Forest Cane Turtle. It’s a rare and shy forest-dwelling turtle found in the Western Ghats of India. This turtle is mostly active at night and is known for hiding under leaves and forest debris during the day.