Center for Biological Diversity6 年
SAVING THE SPOTTED TURTLE
The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...
EurekAlert!1 年
Juvenile spotted soft shell turtle (IMAGE)
One of the bred juvenile soft shell turtles released as part of the program. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert!
Center for Biological Diversity9 年
SAVING THE SPOTTED TURTLE
The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...
scmp.com5 年
World Turtle Day 2020: 10 shell-shocking facts about the reptiles in a half-shell
The shell is also part of a turtle’s skeleton ... Here’s a wild fun fact: in the Amazon, butterflies drink the tears of yellow-spotted turtles to get enough sodium in their diet.