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The razor-backed musk turtle is frequently kept in captivity, and is regularly captive bred. [9] Its relatively small size, hardiness and ease of care makes it a more attractive choice as a pet turtle for many keepers, than the more commonly available red-eared slider ( Trachemys scripta elegans ). [ 9 ]
The Kinosternidae are a family of mostly small turtles that includes the mud turtles and musk turtles. The family contains 25 species within four genera, but taxonomic reclassification is an ongoing process, so many sources vary on the exact numbers of species and subspecies.
The flattened musk turtle (S. depressus) is known to feed on introduced Asian clams (Corbicula maniliensis). [2]: 513, 516, 523, 533 pp. [21] [22] The razor-backed (S. carinatus) and eastern musk turtles (S. odoratus) are known to be bottom feeders, often searching with the neck extended and probing the mud and sand with their heads.
Razorback musk turtles are mainly in the eastern half of Texas, near swamps and marshes. These carnivores hide in low-wetland vegetation and feed on mollusks, snails , and fish. 19.
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Sternotherus odoratus is a species of small turtle in the family Kinosternidae.The species is native to southeastern Canada and much of the Eastern United States.It is also known commonly as the common musk turtle, eastern musk turtle, [4] or stinkpot turtle due to its ability to release a foul musky odor from scent glands on the edge of its shell, possibly to deter predation. [5]
Sea turtle nesting season in 2023 was a record breaker for coastal communities in Broward County, officials said Monday. The season runs between March 1 and Oct. 31, and is essential for the ...
Staurotypus is a genus of aquatic turtles, commonly known as giant musk turtles, Mexican musk turtles, ... This page was last edited on 2 April 2023, at 11:20 (UTC).