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Red-eared Slider

Trachemys scripta elegans

Photo by Yasser
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Field Notes

Description:

This turtle was basking on the one rock that was poking out of the pond

Habitat:

Saw this turtle sunbathing while I was walking through the north end of Central Park.

Notes:

There was a smaller and younger red-eared slider in the same pond, but I wasn't able to get a decent pic.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
NeilDazet
These turtles are extremely ubiquitous!
Mark21
You should alert the ny dec, this is an invasive turtle and threatens our native populations
David
I hear you - I always leave my camera behind when I need it most. We spotted an egret at The Pool as well. That's a great little corner of Central Park.
Yasser
Hey Dave, it was actually at a spot called "The Pool" on the north west side of the Park. Turtle pond is great though. It was a hot and beautiful day and I saw several turtles basking, blue jays, cardinals, and even a white egret. This was the best photo I could grab with my phone though! I should have packed a proper camera! Next time.
David
Hey Yasser - Was it Turtle Pond? We got some great shots there when we were in Central Park last summer.

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Earth Week 2011
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PublishedApril 26, 2011

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