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Chrysemys picta
The painted turtle is the most widespread native turtle of North America. It lives in slow-moving fresh waters, from southern Canada to Louisiana and northern Mexico, and from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Wikipedia
he midland and southern painted turtles seek especially quiet waters, usually shores and coves. They favor shallows that contain dense vegetation and have an unusual toleration of pollution. Wikipedia
Turtle Pond at Chain O' Lakes State Park in Albion Indiana Numerous turtles were out bathing in the sun.
Spotted on Apr 12, 2014
Submitted on Apr 12, 2014
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