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Apalone mutica
A plain looking member of the softshell group of turtles. The front part of the carapace lacks the bumps or spines of the Spiny Softshell Turtle. This turtle is most likely a female, with a carapace length of approximately 12 inches.
Softshell turtles are usually found in the parts of streams and rivers with sandy bottoms.
Spotted on May 16, 2007
Submitted on May 1, 2012
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