The Chihuahuan Mud Turtle is a small turtle with a high-domed shell and a distinctive pattern of yellow and brown. It is well-adapted to life in muddy environments.
Habitat
Inhabits slow-moving streams, ponds, and marshes.
Diet
Omnivorous, feeding on aquatic plants, insects, and small fish.
How common
Uncommon
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