Western pond turtle
A species of Pacific pond turtles, Also known as Northwestern pond turtle Scientific name : Actinemys marmorata Genus : Pacific pond turtles
Western pond turtle, A species of Pacific pond turtles
Also known as:
Northwestern pond turtle
Scientific name: Actinemys marmorata
Genus: Pacific pond turtles
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Description General Info
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Description
The western pond turtle (Actinemys marmorata or Emys marmorata), or Pacific pond turtle is a small to medium-sized turtle growing to approximately 20Â cm (8Â in) in carapace length. It is limited to the west coast of the United States of America and Mexico, ranging from western Washington state to northern Baja California. In May 2002, the Canadian Species at Risk Act listed the Pacific pond turtle as being extirpated in Canada.
General Info
Lifespan
15-25 years
Diet
Western pond turtle's diet primarily consists of aquatic vegetation with a favor towards filamentous algae. They also consume small invertebrates, pilings, vascular plants, and tidbits of dead animals when available.
Appearance
Western pond turtle is a small to medium-sized turtle, exhibiting a domed, smooth carapace with unique marbled patterns. The color varies from dark brown to olive, often with specks of yellow or red. Underparts are a vibrant yellow to cream. Males have a slight concavity in their plastrons, and mature females are typically larger with a higher dome. The tail is short to medium, tapering towards the end.
Behavior
Western pond turtle adopts a solitary lifestyle, being highly territorial within its riverine habitat. It is a diurnal species, featuring a bimodal activity pattern centered around foraging and basking. It utilizes the strategy of gigantothermy to maintain optimal body temperatures. Notable for its sedentary habits, it frequently prefers locations near the water body for easy access to both aquatic prey and terrestrial retreats.
Photo By California Department of Fish and Wildlife , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Terrapins Genus
Pacific pond turtles Species
Western pond turtle 
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