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Apalone mutica mutica
Inhabits large rivers and streams where sand or mud is abundant. It has also been found in large oxbow lakes and constructed reservoirs.
In artificial lake (Lake Drummond) in park adjacent to urban nature trail.
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Thanks Neil!
Scott - very nice! I don't recall seeing a clearer picture of a softshell turtle in water before. And, its a midland smooth softshell! Based on my adventures in the Springfield area, these are much less frequently encountered than spiny softshells. Very cool!