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Scientific Name Glyptosternon akhtari     
Common Name
Pronunciation Gleep toe stir nawn
Etymology The generic name comes from the Greek glyptos, meaning carved, and sternon, meaning breast, in reference to the folds of skin comprising the thoracic adhesive apparatus. 
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Afghanistan Waters (click on these areas to find other species found there)

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Last Update 2025 Jun 20 00:19 (species record created: 2025 Jun 20 00:19)