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Razorback Musk Turtle

Sternotherus carinatus

Photo by AshleyT
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

A smaller turtle with a prominent keel on the shell.

Habitat:

Caught in a creek in an oak forest. He was released after some photos.

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Razor-backed musk turtle

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PublishedApril 12, 2014

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