razor-backed musk turtle
| Scientific name | Sternotherus carinatus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Gray |
| Year of description | 1856 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Kinosternidae |
| Genus | Sternotherus |
Introduction
Sternotherus carinatus, commonly known as razor-backed musk turtle, is a fresh water reptile from the North America.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size10 - 12 cm
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Longevity25 year
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Size10 - 12 cm
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Longevity25 year
How to recognize the razor-backed musk turtle ?
The razor-backed musk turtle measures between 10 and 12 cm.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietnot specified
The razor-backed musk turtle is a reptile living in a group or alone naturally found mid-depth and near surface. This species is omnivorous with carnivorous tendency .
The razor-backed musk turtle is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui enfouit ses œufs
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Clutch size1 - 7 eggs
The razor-backed musk turtle is a reptile ovipare qui enfouit ses œufs.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature25 - 28 °C
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pH (acidity)7 - 7.5
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gh (hardness)5 - 19
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FlowSlow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
The razor-backed musk turtle is most often found at a depth between 0m and 2m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths. This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
This species lives near large roots, in which it can find refuge in case of danger. This type of habitat is often found not far from the banks.
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