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Eastern Spiny Softshell Turtle

Apalone spinifera spinifera

Description:

Found unexpectedly in a small creek - usually seen in lakes, ponds, or larger rivers. The spines are highlighted in the 2nd photo, and the tail in the 3rd photo. Close-up of the facial markings in the 4th photo.

Habitat:

Woodland creek near a pond and river

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jeslowery
jeslowery 8 years ago

updated.

jeslowery
Spotted by
jeslowery

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Spotted on May 5, 2015
Submitted on May 5, 2015

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