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red eared slider

trachemys scripta elegans

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Description:

not native to florida they have become popular pets and have escaped or been released and thrive in the everglades and suburban ponds

Habitat:

ponds, pet shops, and swamp

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Reptiles of South Florida
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PublishedMay 14, 2013

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