The Indian Flapshell turtle is named for the flaps of skin that cover its limbs when retracted into its shell. Its oval-shaped carapace is widest near the hind legs, with a short, stout nose and no lateral ridge on the nasal septum. Found in lakes and rivers, it is omnivorous, feeding on frogs, fish, shrimp, snails, and aquatic plants. The turtle plays a key role in reducing pollution by consuming snails and dead animal fragments. Reaching reproductive maturity at 2-3 years, it nests in swampy areas, laying 2-16 eggs multiple times a year, which are buried for protection.