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Texas map turtle

A species of Map turtles
Scientific name : Graptemys versa Genus : Map turtles

Texas map turtle, A species of Map turtles
Scientific name: Graptemys versa
Genus: Map turtles
Texas map turtle (Graptemys versa) Photo By cullen , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Texas map turtle (Graptemys versa) is a species of emydid turtle endemic to the southern United States. Texas map turtles are popular in the pet trade. However, they became more common because of captive breeding.

General Info

Lifespan

20-30 years

Diet

Texas map turtle's diet predominantly includes macroinvertebrates and aquatic plants. The species has a specific preference for snails and crawfish, but also consumes decaying plant matter, adding a detritivorous element to its feeding habits.

Appearance

Texas map turtle is a medium-sized turtle, with a slightly domed, oval carapace covered in scutes. Its skin and shell primarily display patterns of yellow and dark green, with distinctive yellow stripes on its head. The undersides or plastrons are solid yellow. Both sexes have similar appearances, but females are larger. Juveniles showcase brighter colors than adults.

Behavior

Texas map turtle exhibits largely aquatic behavior, preferring slow-moving or stagnant bodies of water. Known for its downplayed social dynamics, it is primarily solitary outside of mating season. It is diurnal, feeding on an omnivorous diet primarily during dawn and dusk. Notably, it has a marked preference for basking on logs or rocks, a crucial thermoregulatory behavior adapted to its swampy habitats.

Population

Stable
Texas map turtle (Graptemys versa) Texas map turtle (Graptemys versa) Photo By cullen , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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