Northern red-bellied cooter
A species of Cooters, Also known as Eastern redbelly turtle Scientific name : Pseudemys rubriventris Genus : Cooters
Northern red-bellied cooter, A species of Cooters
Also known as:
Eastern redbelly turtle
Scientific name: Pseudemys rubriventris
Genus: Cooters
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Description
The northern red-bellied turtle (Pseudemys rubriventris) or American red-bellied turtle is a species of turtle in the Pseudemys (cooter) genus of the Emydidae family.
General Info
Lifespan
30-40 years
Diet
Northern red-bellied cooter is primarily an omnivore, prioritizing plant matter such as aquatic vegetation, algae, and fallen fruits. It also consumes small invertebrates, particularly insects and mollusks, supplementing its diverse diet.
Appearance
Northern red-bellied cooter is a medium to large-sized freshwater turtle with a broad, smooth shell. This turtle boasts an olive to black exterior with distinctive red-orange to pink plastron. Juveniles feature an attractive pattern on their carapace, which fades as they age. Females tend to be larger than males and possess a more domed shell. Unlike males, they also lack the long, curved claws on their front feet.
Behavior
Northern red-bellied cooter is a diurnal, aquatic species often found basking during daylight hours. They exhibit distinctive social gathering behavior with complex male-female dynamics. Northern red-bellied cooter employs visual displays for communication and courtship. They are territorial, marking their regions through scent or physical presence. Their survival technique includes camouflaging within aquatic vegetation.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Terrapins Genus
Cooters Species
Northern red-bellied cooter 
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