Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis
A species of Cooters Scientific name : Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis Genus : Cooters
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis, A species of Cooters
Scientific name: Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis
Genus: Cooters
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Description
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis embodies a key role in freshwater ecosystems as a diligent herbivore, consuming a wide range of aquatic vegetation, thus influencing water clarity and nutrient cycles. Interestingly, this species exhibits an intelligent behavior of basking in the sun to regulate their body temperature, crucial for their metabolism and digestion process. Effectively, pseudemys concinna suwanniensis has essential ecological contributions driven by its behavioral complexities.
General Info
Lifespan
20-40 years
Diet
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis's primary food consists of aquatic vegetation. It also consumes small invertebrates, with a particular preference for mollusks and crustaceans, supplementing its primarily herbivorous diet.
Appearance
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis is a medium-sized freshwater turtle with a smooth, glossy, and gently arched carapace. Its shell color varies from yellow-brown to black with contrasting yellow streaks. Its plastron is hinged, yellow to cream, with dark blotches. The head is oddly patterned with intricate yellow lines on black. Both genders have elongated fore-claws; however, males have longer ones and a thicker tail.
Behavior
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis, a freshwater turtle species, is largely diurnal and basks daily. It feeds mostly on mollusks and aquatic vegetation while occasionally consuming small fish and carrion. It is generally solitary, although populations may aggregate in ideal basking spots. It uses physical displays, such as gaping its mouth, to assert dominance and mark territory.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Terrapins Genus
Cooters Species
Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis 
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