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Yellow-bellied slider

Trachemys scripta scripta

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31.5944, -83.2504

Field Notes

Description:

Has yellow stripes on head and legs.

Notes:

This turtle was in the middle of a main road. I was scared he was going to get hit before I could get to him.

Species ID Suggestions

Yellowbelly Slider

Trachemys scripta scripta

Comments (2)

Thanks Mitch! Yeah always stop to move them. Most of the time they are crossing or just enjoying the sun.
Nice job rescuing him from the road! I always try to do that when it is safe to do so.

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PublishedApril 25, 2011

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