Mata Mata

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Description

Range & Habitat

Found In: South America/Tropical river systems, particularly ox-bow lakes, ponds, and creeks that are slow-moving with soft, muddy bottoms

Behavior

Diet

Carnivore. Diet consists of fish and aquatic invertebrates

Conservation

The exotic pet trade is the major threat to this species

Fun Facts

• The skin flaps and other protusions on the head of this species aid in detecting vibrations in the water to catch prey and avoid predators.