Geographical Distribution
The three-striped roofed turtle is found in northern India, Nepal and Bangladesh. In India, it is primarily found in the river systems of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Mahanandi, as well as the wetlands of Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. Additionally, it has been reported in the drainage systems of the Sind River in both India and Pakistan.

General Information  
The breeding season of the three-striped roofed turtle typically begins in February and lasts until April. After mating, the female turtles lay their eggs in a nest cavity dug into the sand or soil near the water’s edge, often on sandy riverbanks and islands. The clutch size can range from 8 to 25 eggs and the incubation period lasts approximately 75-80 days. The eggs hatch around June and the hatchlings instinctively makes their way to water. This species is primarily found in deep pools and slow-moving rivers, favouring areas with sandy or muddy bottoms. While they spend most of their time in the water, they are occasionally seen basking on rocks or logs. They are mainly herbivorous, feeding on aquatic vegetation such as water hyacinths, water lilies and other floating plants. However, their diet also includes insects, small fishes and mussels, with males generally exhibiting more carnivorous tendencies compared to mature females. Despite this, plant material remains the primary component of their diet.  

Threats
- Habitat loss and destruction due to human interference.
- Hunting for their meat and eggs.
- Poaching and pet trade.
- Exploited for its flesh.