Eastern box turtle - Smithsonian's National Zoo
WEBThe eastern box turtle is one of six extant subspecies of the common box turtle. It has a high-domed, rounded, hard upper shell, called a carapace. The vivid, orange and yellow markings on its dark brown shell distinguish it from …
Eastern box turtle - Wikipedia
WEBThe eastern box turtle is found mainly in the eastern United States, as is implied by its name. They occur as far north as southern Maine and the southern and eastern portions of the Michigan Upper Peninsula, south to northern Florida and west to eastern Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
8 Amazing Facts About The Eastern Box Turtle - Chattahoochee …
WEBThe head, neck, and legs of the box turtle are also brightly colored with yellow and orange, particularly in the males. Male box turtles usually have bright red or orange colored eyes while the eyes of the females are usually dark red or brown.
Eastern Box Turtle - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on ... - Animalia
WEBThe Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) is a subspecies of the Common box turtle. It is native to the eastern part of the United States and is largely terrestrial. Box turtles are slow crawlers, extremely long-lived, slow to …
Discovering the Eastern Box Turtle: A Comprehensive Species …
WEBJun 29, 2023 · The Eastern box turtle is a fascinating reptile species found throughout North America, known for its dome-shaped carapace and distinctive orange spots on its head and legs. With an average length of 5 to 6 inches, these turtles are commonly seen in the wild and are one of the few native species housed at Reptile Discovery Center.
Box Turtle - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WEBAnimals Network Team. Box turtles are a group of turtles that live in North America. There are several different species of box turtles, including the common, Coahuilan, Mexican, spotted, and ornate box turtle. These creatures are one of the few turtles that do not swim in the water. In fact, they are much more like tortoises than other turtles.
Eastern Box Turtle - National Wildlife Federation
WEBEastern box turtles are one of the most commonly seen turtles in the wild. The reptile’s carapace is dome-shaped and covers most of its body, and has ridges and furrows that develop with age. The upper part of the turtle’s mouth is slightly hooked, and its toes are slightly webbed.
Eastern Box Turtle: Species Profile - The Spruce Pets
WEBJun 13, 2022 · These turtles have a high-domed shell that's brown with bright yellow, orange, and red markings. As pets, their adaptability to environments makes them fairly easy to house, though they do still require some specialized care.
Eastern Box Turtle | NC Wildlife
WEBThis small, charismatic terrestrial turtle is seen frequently in fields, forests and neighborhoods throughout North Carolina. The Eastern Box Turtle is one of four subspecies of box turtles found east of the Mississippi and is the most common terrestrial turtle in the eastern United States.
The Colorful World of the Orange Eastern Box Turtle
WEBJan 12, 2024 · Explore the colorful world of the Orange Eastern Box Turtle, with its vibrant hues and intricate patterns. Discover its physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and conservation status in this captivating article.
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