Chrysemys picta marginata — Details

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General Description

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This is an emydid turtle that is widely distributed throughout the US and parts of Canada. It is found in ponds and lakes. Its common name is the Painted Turtle. The name comes from its bright red and yellow coloration.
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Distribution

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occurs (regularly, as a native taxon) in multiple nations

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National Distribution

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Canada

Origin: Native

Regularity: Regularly occurring

Currently: Present

Confidence: Confident

Type of Residency: Year-round

United States

Origin: Native

Regularity: Regularly occurring

Currently: Present

Confidence: Confident

Type of Residency: Year-round

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Physical Description

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The painted turtle can be confused with the red-earred slider from a distance.
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Ecology

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Painted turtles live in ponds and lakes. The individual captured at the 2009 Indiana Dunes BioBlitz was caught by setting traps in the Millers Wood Pannes.
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Conservation

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Rounded Global Status Rank: T5 - Secure

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National NatureServe Conservation Status

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Canada

Rounded National Status Rank: N5 - Secure

United States

Rounded National Status Rank: N5 - Secure

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Conservation Status

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This turtle is not endangered.
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