Pacific Northwest
Reptiles & Amphibians

Trachemys scripta elegans - Red-eared Slider

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This turtle is not native to the Pacific Northwest, it has been introduced.

Range Map

Washington GAP

More Information

Northwest Herps Resources List
Washington Herp Atlas
NatureServe Explorer

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California Herps
Miscellaneous Herps

Related or Similar Northwest Turtles:

Western Painted Turtle
Northern Pacific Pond Turtle

Introduced - Not a Native Species


Adult with Juvenile Painted Turtle, King County, Washinton		Adults, King County, Washington

Adults, King County, Washington

Characteristic Red mark behind eye
Habitat

Urban lake habitat, King County, Washington	Habitat, city park, King County, Washington

Northwest Reptiles and Amphibians

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