Turtled? No problem... The African Helmeted Turtle is one of the few turtle that can right itself. Its secret... it long muscular neck. A single flick with its neck will right the turtle. It is found throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa, from the Cape Peninsula to Sudan. It can be found as far west as Ghana and as far south as Cape Town. It has also been found in Madagascar and Yemen. It is an omnivorous eater and will eat almost anything mainly involving aquatic invertebrates, small fish, and vegetation. It may feed on carrion. The fine claws on its feet help it tear its prey apart. Hatchlings will eat tadpoles of many frog species. The male turtle is distinguished by its long, thick tail. A female tends to have a shorter tail and a broader carapace. Courtship is held year round. The male will follow the female, nodding his head in front of hers. If she is not responsive, she will nip and snap and walk away. If she is willing, she responds by nodding her head or just standing still.