Painted wood turtle
A species of Neotropical wood turtles, Also known as Western mexican wood turtle, Guerrero wood turtle Scientific name : Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima Genus : Neotropical wood turtles
Painted wood turtle, A species of Neotropical wood turtles
Also known as:
Western mexican wood turtle, Guerrero wood turtle
Scientific name: Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima
Genus: Neotropical wood turtles
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Description General Info
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Description
The ornate or painted wood turtle (Rhinoclemmys pulcherrima) is one of nine turtle species of the genus Rhinoclemmys of the family Geoemydidae. There are four recognized subspecies.
General Info
Lifespan
30-50 years
Diet
Painted wood turtle, popularly known as the Painted Wood Turtle, primarily feeds on a diet encompassing fruits, vegetables, and invertebrates. This omnivorous turtle displays a predilection for certain fruits such as bananas and papayas. Interestingly, it also regularly consumes carrion when available.
Appearance
Painted wood turtle is a small to medium-sized turtle with a dorsally convex, sculpted carapace and leathery skin. Its striking coloration varies from dark brown to jet black, adorned with symmetric, intricate patterns of yellow, orange, or red. Its legs, tail, and head typically match the vivid coloration of its shell. No significant differences in appearance are observed between different ages, sexes, or subspecies.
Behavior
Painted wood turtle is a largely solitary animal, though it maintains limited interactions during mating seasons. It is diurnal, predominantely active during morning and evening hours. Notably, it exhibits minor territorial tendencies, reacting aggressively to intruders. Painted wood turtle is a herbivorous forager and primarily feeds on fruits, vegetables, and leafy plants found in its natural habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Neotropical wood turtles Genus
Neotropical wood turtles Species
Painted wood turtle 
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