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Apalone spinfera spinifera
Two Eastern Spiny Softshell turtles basking on a log in one of the large, sandy sections of Hickson Creek. These are big aquatic turtles with snorkel or pig-like snouts. The spines on the front part of the carapace differentiate this species from the Midland Smooth Softshell turtle.
Sandy portions of large freshwater creek/river.
Extremely difficult to photograph. They dive in the water from their basking spots at the slightest movements in their surroundings. Very skittish.
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