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3-toed Box Turtle
Terrapene carolina triunguis
34.4132, -96.5423
Field Notes
Description:
One of two box turtles native to Oklahoma. Identified by the three toes on hind legs, as opposed to 4 toes on other pond turtles and box turtles.
Habitat:
Commonly found throughout Oklahoma around farm ponds, lakes and streams. Common to woodlands.
Notes:
Frequently seen crossing roads and highways in the late spring and early summer.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJanuary 3, 2012
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