The Chadakoin is also a habitat for the Spiny softshell turtle. The spiny softshell turtle's scientific name is very descriptive of the animal. Spiny softshell turtles feed on a variety of food items. Spiny softshell turtles are more dependent on underwater respiration than other freshwater species. Spiny softshell turtles have webbed feet, and their feet have three claws. Spiny softshell turtles are carnivores preying mostly on invertebrates, such as, crayfish and aquatic insects.