Red-eared Slider Turtles

Description:

Small turtle, less than six inches bobbing in a city man made retention pool. Red-eared sliders are almost entirely aquatic, but leave the water to bask in the sun and lay eggs. These reptiles are deceptively fast and are also decent swimmers. They hunt for prey and will attempt to capture it when the opportunity presents itself. They are aware of predators and people, and generally shy away from them.

Habitat:

All on a log at the end of the water in Graveyard Slough on Lake Lewisville. Great Egret and Crow in the background.

Notes:

Photo 2 - Only one stayed a bit longer as I approached.