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Red-eared Slider

Trachemys scripta elegans

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Red-eared Slider

Trachemys scripta elegans

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ForestDragon
Hi Morgan, nice find! These are actually a type of Pond Turtle. Red-eared Sliders are a common introduced and invasive species. This should be moved to the Reptiles category.

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PublishedMay 3, 2013

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