The Matamata | by David T. Kirkpatrick, Ph.D | This article copyright 1992 by David T. Kirkpatrick. Originally published in Reptile & Amphibian Magazine, September/October, 1992, pages 34-39. Reprinting of this article for non-profit purposes is permitted provided that it is unaltered and appropriate attribution, including copyright information, is included. Please notify the author of any reprinting.