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Common Musk Turtle

Sternotherus odoratus

Photo by Musicwolf
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34.486, -79.1974

Field Notes

Description:

A small turtle (about 4") that enjoys being in the mud. This dirty little fellow was none too happy to see me, but normally this is a very docile species.

Habitat:

Mixed forest near wetlands.

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Comments (3)
Musicwolf
Thank you Teresa. I have to admit, I was laughing at him the whole time I was taking pictures ;).

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PublishedMay 18, 2014

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