Pertumbuhan Kura-Kura Dada Merah Jambu Myuchelys Novaeguineae Schultzei (Voght, 1911) Di Penangkaran

The growth and development of Myuchelys novaeguineae schultzei was observed in the captivity. Eight hatchlings within the age of 2-32 months were reared in plastic tanks and ponds. Turtles were fed with koi pellets once a day and boiled tuna fish twice a week. After 32 months, the body weight increased up to 485 grams in females and 535 grams in males. Similarly, the carapace length also increased up to 120.26 mm in females and 127.24 mm in males, while carapace width increased up to 88.02 mm in females and 88.05 mm in males. Growth analysis on age base is also discussed. Fauna Indonesia Vol. 11 No. 1 Juni 2012. P : 11 -15