Native Turtles In Arizona
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Terrapene ornata (Ornate Box Turtle)
Terrapene ornata, commonly known as the ornate box turtle, is a small, terrestrial turtle native to North America. Recognized for its striking yellow and black patterned shell, this species is well-adapted to dry grasslands and prairies, where it spends much of its life burrowed underground. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: EmydidaeGenus: TerrapeneSpecies: T….
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Kinosternon stejnegeri (Arizona mud turtle)
The Arizona mud turtle (Kinosternon stejnegeri) is a small aquatic species found in the southwestern United States. Known for its adaptability, it thrives in arid regions, relying on seasonal water sources for survival. Scientific Classification Common Names Arizona mud turtle Identification Description The Arizona mud turtle has a dome-shaped carapace, usually olive to brown, with…
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Kinosternon sonoriense (Sonora Mud Turtle)
The Sonora Mud Turtle is a small, semi-aquatic turtle native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Known for its adaptability, it thrives in a variety of aquatic habitats and is recognized for its distinctive musk defense mechanism. Scientific Classification Common Names Sonora Mud TurtleSonoran Mud Turtle Identification DescriptionThe Sonora Mud Turtle has a…
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Kinosternon integrum (Mexican Mud Turtle)
Kinosternon integrum, commonly known as the Mexican Mud Turtle, is a small freshwater turtle found primarily in Mexico. Known for its adaptability, this species thrives in a variety of aquatic habitats and plays an essential role in local ecosystems. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: KinosternidaeGenus: KinosternonSpecies: Kinosternon integrum Common Names Mexican Mud TurtleCasquito…
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Kinosternon hirtipes (Rough-footed Mud Turtle)
Kinosternon hirtipes, commonly known as the Rough-footed Mud Turtle, is a small freshwater turtle native to arid and semi-arid regions of the Americas. Known for its rugged limbs and adaptability, this species thrives in diverse habitats ranging from temporary ponds to permanent water bodies. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: KinosternidaeGenus: KinosternonSpecies: hirtipes Common…
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Kinosternon flavescens (Yellow Mud Turtle)
Kinosternon flavescens, commonly known as the Yellow Mud Turtle, is a small freshwater turtle known for its adaptability to both aquatic and terrestrial environments. This species is native to North America and has a distinctive olive to yellowish coloration. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: KinosternidaeGenus: KinosternonSpecies: K. flavescens Common Names Yellow Mud TurtleYellow-necked…
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Gopherus morafkai (Sonoran Desert Tortoise)
Gopherus morafkai, commonly known as the Sonoran Desert Tortoise, is a hardy, adaptable tortoise species native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Known for its resilience in arid environments, this species is well-adapted to extreme heat and limited water availability. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification DescriptionThe Sonoran Desert Tortoise has…
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Gopherus agassizii (Desert Tortoise)
The Desert Tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) is a resilient reptile native to the arid regions of North America. Renowned for its longevity and distinctive burrowing behavior, this species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem. Despite its hardy nature, the Desert Tortoise faces numerous conservation challenges. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description The Desert Tortoise is…
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