New reptile species described in 1783

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Chronology of species descriptions of the reptiles of the world (since 1758)

Testudines (Turtles): Chelidae (Austro-American Side-necked Turtles)

Chelus fimbriata Matamata 1783 Testudo fimbriata Schneider

Testudines (Turtles): Emydidae (Western Pond Turtles)

Chrysemys picta American Painted Turtle 1783 Testudo picta Schneider

Testudines (Turtles): Testudinidae (Tortoises)

Cylindraspis indica (extinct) Reunion Giant Tortoise 1783 Testudo indica Schneider

Testudines (Turtles): Trionychidae (Softshell Turtles)

Apalone ferox Florida Softshell Turtle 1783 Testudo ferox Schneider