Reptiles > Turtles & Tortoises
OverviewAT A GLANCECommon Name: Diamondback TerrapinScientific Name: Malaclemys terrapinCategory: ReptilesSubcategory: Turtles & TortoisesSize: Carapace length: 6.0–9.0 in (15–23 cm) for females; Males are significantly smaller at 4.0–5.5 in (10–14 cm)Weight:...
Reptiles > Turtles & Tortoises
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Painted TurtleScientific Name: Chrysemys pictaCategory: ReptilesSubcategory: Turtles & TortoisesSize: Adult carapace length: 4–10 in (10–25 cm); females are substantially larger than malesWeight: 11–18 oz (300–500 g); large western...
Reptiles > Turtles & Tortoises
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Red-eared SliderScientific Name: Trachemys scripta elegansCategory: ReptilesSubcategory: Turtles & TortoisesSize: Adult carapace length: 7–12 in (18–30 cm); females grow substantially larger than malesWeight: 2.5–6.0 lb (1.1–2.7 kg); large...
