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Trachemys scripta elegans
These turtles are poikilotherms, meaning they are unable to regulate their body temperatures independently; they are completely dependent on the temperature of their environment. For this reason, they need to sunbathe frequently to warm themselves and maintain their body temperatures.
Heather farms park.
Spotted on Jul 18, 2016
Submitted on Jul 18, 2016
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