Turtles of Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, there are 6* native turtle species: Reeve's turtle (Mauremys reevesii), Chinese soft-shelled turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis), big-headed turtle (Platysternon megacephalum), golden coin turtle (Cuora trifasciata), Beal's four-eyed turtle (Sacalia bealei) and *(debatable) Wattle-necked softshell turtle (Palea steindachneri).

All of them are endangered or critically endangered. To find out more about the plight of these fascinating creatures, watch this documentary.