Species Reptiles & AmphibiansFurrowed Wood Turtle

Furrowed Wood Turtle

Rhinoclemmys areolata

UncommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Furrowed Wood Turtle (Rhinoclemmys areolata)

The Furrowed Wood Turtle has a distinctive, ridged shell that can vary in color from brown to olive. A memorable fact is that they are known to be quite shy and often retreat into their shells when threatened.

Habitat
Found in freshwater habitats like rivers and ponds.
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, feeding on aquatic plants and fruits.
How common
Uncommon

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