The Haitian Slider, Hispaniolan Elegant Slider, Hispaniolan Slider, or Jicotea (Trachemys decorata) is a species of turtle in the Emydidae family. It is found in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. The Haitian Slider is a fresh water turtle and is a non U.S Native. They can live on land and water, but prefer to be near freshwater[1]. These sliders are not on the endangered list but are considered vulnerable (B1+2c ver 2.3)
This unusual turtle, with a thin, flexible shell, is native to Kenya and Tanzania, but is now rare due to habitat loss and the pet trade. San Diego Zoo.
The William's Toad-head Turtle seems largely confined to northeastern Argentina, and is here seen at the Guira Oga wildlife rescue center in Iguazu. The local name is Tortuga Herradura. www.dixpix.ca/Amazon/fauna/riverlife/index.html