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The Florida Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina bauri) is a subspecies of the Common Box Turtle, found primarily in Florida. Known for its striking yellow stripe patterns on a dark shell, this terrestrial turtle thrives in humid environments and is well-adapted to both forests and wetlands. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: EmydidaeGenus: TerrapeneSpecies: Terrapene…
The Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) is a small, terrestrial turtle known for its high-domed shell and ability to close itself completely using a hinged plastron. Native to the eastern United States, it is a long-lived species often found in forests and grasslands, where it thrives in humid environments. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass:…
The Yucatan Box Turtle (Terrapene yucatana) is a rare terrestrial turtle native to the Yucatán Peninsula. Known for its domed shell and ability to fully close its shell for protection, this species thrives in tropical habitats but remains poorly studied in the wild. Scientific Classification Common Names Yucatan Box Turtle Identification Description The Yucatan Box…
Terrapene triunguis, commonly known as the Three-toed Box Turtle, is a subspecies of the common box turtle found in the central and southern United States. It is named for the three toes on its hind limbs, distinguishing it from other box turtle species. This terrestrial turtle is known for its high-domed shell and secretive nature,…
Terrapene carolina, commonly known as the Common Box Turtle, is a terrestrial species native to North America. Recognized for its domed shell and hinged plastron, it can completely close itself inside for protection. This turtle is known for its long lifespan, sometimes exceeding 100 years. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: EmydidaeGenus: TerrapeneSpecies: T….
Notochelys platynota, commonly known as the Malayan flat-shelled turtle, is a freshwater species native to Southeast Asia. It is recognized for its distinctive flattened carapace and semi-aquatic lifestyle, often found in slow-moving water bodies. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: NotochelysSpecies: Notochelys platynota Common Names Malayan flat-shelled turtleFlat-shelled terrapin Identification Description This species…
Rheodytes leukops, commonly known as the Fitzroy River Turtle, is a unique freshwater species found only in Australia. It is best known for its ability to extract oxygen from water through cloacal respiration, allowing it to stay submerged for extended periods. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: ChelidaeGenus: RheodytesSpecies: Rheodytes leukops Common Names Fitzroy…
Mesoclemmys zuliae, commonly known as the Zulia toad-headed turtle, is a distinctive freshwater turtle species native to parts of South America. Renowned for its unique head shape and vibrant coloration, this turtle plays a significant role in its native ecosystems. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Zulia toad-headed turtle features a robust, dome-shaped shell…
Mauremys leprosa, commonly known as the Spanish pond turtle, is a freshwater turtle species native to the Iberian Peninsula. Known for its adaptability to various aquatic environments, this turtle plays a crucial role in its ecosystem. Despite facing several threats, conservation efforts are in place to ensure its survival. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description…
Malaclemys terrapin, commonly known as the Diamondback Terrapin, is a brackish water turtle native to the coastal regions of the United States. Known for its unique diamond-patterned carapace, this species thrives in marshy habitats and plays a vital ecological role. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: EmydidaeGenus: MalaclemysSpecies: M. terrapin Common Names Diamondback TerrapinSaltwater…
Macrochelys temminckii, commonly known as the alligator snapping turtle, is one of the largest freshwater turtles in the world. Known for its prehistoric appearance, it thrives in the rivers and swamps of the southeastern United States. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: ChelydridaeGenus: MacrochelysSpecies: M. temminckii Common Names Alligator snapping turtleLoggerhead snapping turtle Identification…
Lissemys punctata, commonly known as the Indian flapshell turtle, is a softshell turtle native to South Asia. Its unique adaptation includes hinged flaps on the plastron, which help protect its limbs and head when retracted. Scientific Classification Common Names Indian flapshell turtleFlap-shelled turtle Identification DescriptionThe Indian flapshell turtle has an olive-green to brown carapace with…
Lissemys ceylonensis is a freshwater turtle native to parts of South Asia. It has a flexible shell flap that covers its limbs, helping it hide from predators. Scientific Classification Common Names Many people call it the Sri Lankan flapshell turtle. Others simply refer to it as the Ceylon flapshell turtle. Identification -DescriptionIt has a flattened…
Lepidochelys olivacea is a small sea turtle that is known for its olive-colored shell. It is often seen nesting on tropical beaches, with groups sometimes gathering in large numbers. Scientific Classification Common Names Olive Ridley Sea Turtle and Pacific Ridley. Identification Native Origin and Distribution Preferred Habitat They prefer warm, tropical waters and shallow coastal…
Kinosternon dunni, commonly known as Dunn’s Mud Turtle, is a small freshwater turtle native to parts of Central America. Known for its elusive nature, this species thrives in aquatic environments and has distinct features that set it apart from other mud turtles. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: KinosternidaeGenus: KinosternonSpecies: K. dunni Common Names…
Kinosternon angustipons, commonly known as the Central American Mud Turtle or Narrow-bridged Mud Turtle, is a small freshwater turtle species native to Central America. Recognized for its distinctive narrow bridge connecting the carapace and plastron, this species thrives in slow-moving aquatic habitats rich in vegetation. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Central American Mud…
The Central Chiapas Mud Turtle (Kinosternon abaxillare) is a species believed to be endemic to the central region of Chiapas, Mexico. Due to its recent identification and limited research, detailed information about this turtle is scarce. It belongs to the Kinosternidae family, which is known for small to medium-sized, freshwater turtles commonly referred to as…
The Western Hinge-back Tortoise, scientifically known as Kinixys nogueyi, is a species of tortoise found primarily in West Africa. This tortoise is notable for its unique hinged shell, which allows it to close tightly against predators, providing a significant survival advantage in its natural habitat. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Native Origin and Distribution Preferred Habitat Kinixys…
The Natal Hinge-back Tortoise (Kinixys natalensis) is a small to medium-sized tortoise species native to southern Africa. Recognized for the unique hinged section at the rear of its carapace, this tortoise can protect itself by closing its shell when threatened, a distinctive feature among tortoises. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Natal Hinge-back Tortoise…
Kinixys lobatsiana, commonly known as the Lobatse hinge-back tortoise, is a medium-sized tortoise native to southern Africa. Notable for its unique hinged shell, this species can protect itself by closing the rear part of its carapace, a feature that distinguishes it from other tortoises. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Lobatse hinge-back tortoise has…
The Ringed Map Turtle (Graptemys oculifera) is a small, freshwater turtle known for its distinctive concentric rings on the carapace. Endemic to the Pearl River system in Mississippi and Louisiana, this species is notable for its limited geographic range and specialized habitat requirements. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Ringed Map Turtle has an…
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