Eastern box turtle
A species of Box turtles Scientific name : Terrapene carolina carolina Genus : Box turtles
Eastern box turtle, A species of Box turtles
Scientific name: Terrapene carolina carolina
Genus: Box turtles
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Description
Eastern box turtle is notable for its unusual hibernation behavior, known as brumation, during which it retreats into burrows and reduces physiological activities to survive harsh winter months. Furthermore, this species exhibits an intriguing opportunistic omnivorous feeding strategy, consuming a diverse range of food from berries and insects to small fish and carrion, showcasing its ecological adaptability.
General Info
Lifespan
20-60 years
Diet
Eastern box turtle's varied diet primarily includes insects, worms, and berries. Its high adaptability allows it to feast on a seasonal rotation of fruits, vegetable matter, and even carrion.
Appearance
Eastern box turtle has a prominent dome-shaped carapace, akin to a short, broad tail. Their skin, much like their shell, is semi-smooth and hard with a mottled pattern of olive to dark brown, occasionally accentuated by yellowish markings. Males typically have red or orange eyes, whilst females have brown or yellow eyes. The plastron (lower shell) is hingeless and generally yellowish or light-brown.
Behavior
Eastern box turtle is a largely solitary and territorial animal, often hiding in its enclosed shell when threatened. Primarily diurnal, it forages for food during the day, consuming a diet of both plant matter and small animals. Its survival in its natural habitat relies on hibernation during harsh winter months.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Terrapins Genus
Box turtles Species
Eastern box turtle 
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