The Red-cheeked Mud Turtle is a small turtle with a dark shell and distinctive red markings on its cheeks. It is often found in slow-moving waters and is known for its aquatic lifestyle.
Habitat
Freshwater ponds, swamps, and rivers.
Diet
Aquatic plants, insects, and small fish.
How common
Uncommon
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