Bell Atlas - Chrysemys picta

Chrysemys picta Schneider, 1783
Family: Emydidae Painted Turtle	Description Phenology Description: Painted Turtles are medium-sized oval turtles. The females grow to 10 inches in length while the males only grow to 7 inches long. The Painted Turtle carapace ranges from black to dark olive green. The carapace is smooth and shiny. The plastron varies from red to orange with differing amounts of black patterning. The legs and head of the painted turtle are black with yellow stripes. The appearance is similar to wide pinstripes. (MN DNR, 2022) Season Watch Phenology is the study of seasonal changes in plants and animals, and how those changes relate to climate. Phenology information and historical data are available on the Season Watch website (use the "Season Watch" link above). Season Watch is a collaboration between Northern Community Radio and the University of Minnesota. Funding from the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources.
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