Rhinoclemmys rubida (Mexican Spotted Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys rubida (Mexican Spotted Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys rubida, commonly known as the Mexican Spotted Wood Turtle, is a terrestrial species native to Mexico. It is known for its striking shell pattern and preference for humid forested environments. Despite its adaptability, habitat loss poses a threat to its population. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: Rhinoclemmys rubida Common Names…

Rhinoclemmys punctularia (Spot-legged Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys punctularia (Spot-legged Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys punctularia, commonly known as the Spot-legged Wood Turtle, is a freshwater turtle species native to parts of South America. It is recognized for its distinctive spotted limbs and its adaptability to both aquatic and terrestrial environments. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: R. punctularia Common Names Spot-legged Wood TurtleSpotted-legged Wood Turtle…

Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima (Painted Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima (Painted Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima, commonly known as the Painted Wood Turtle, is a strikingly patterned terrestrial turtle native to Central America. It is known for its vibrant red and yellow markings, making it one of the most colorful members of its genus. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima Common Names Painted Wood…

Rhinoclemmys nasuta (Large-nosed Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys nasuta (Large-nosed Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys nasuta, commonly known as the Large-nosed Wood Turtle, is a freshwater turtle species native to South America. It is recognized for its elongated snout and terrestrial habits, often found in humid forest regions near water sources. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: R. nasuta Common Names Large-nosed Wood TurtleEcuadorian Wood Turtle…

Rhinoclemmys melanosterna (Colombian wood turtle)

Rhinoclemmys melanosterna (Colombian wood turtle)

Rhinoclemmys melanosterna, commonly known as the Colombian wood turtle, is a semi-aquatic species found in the lowland rainforests and wetlands of South America. It is known for its distinctive dark markings and adaptability to both terrestrial and aquatic environments. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: Rhinoclemmys melanosterna Common Names Colombian Wood TurtleBlack-breasted…

Rhinoclemmys funerea (Black Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys funerea (Black Wood Turtle)

Rhinoclemmys funerea, commonly known as the Black Wood Turtle, is a semi-aquatic turtle species found in Central America. It is recognized for its dark, almost black carapace and is often seen near rivers, swamps, and tropical forests. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: R. funerea Common Names Black Wood TurtleNicaraguan Wood Turtle…

Rhinoclemmys diademata (Maracaibo wood turtle)

Rhinoclemmys diademata (Maracaibo wood turtle)

Rhinoclemmys diademata, commonly known as the Maracaibo wood turtle, is a freshwater turtle native to Venezuela. This species is part of the Geoemydidae family and is known for its distinctive shell markings and semi-terrestrial lifestyle. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: GeoemydidaeGenus: RhinoclemmysSpecies: R. diademata Common Names Maracaibo wood turtle Identification Description The Maracaibo…