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Red-Eared Slider

Trachemys scripta elegans

Photo by BlueAppaloosa
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Field Notes

Description:

This turtle was about 10 inches long, the red "ear" is visible in the second pic. Red eared sliders are not native to this area, although are commonly seen. They are either released pets, or the descendants of released pets.

Habitat:

near water

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