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1 giorno fa · Diamondback terrapins (Malaclemys Terrapin) are distinctive for being the only turtles in the Western Hemisphere that exclusively inhabit brackish estuarine environments. These areas, where saltwater from the sea mixes with freshwater from rivers, are vital for the ecological balance and biodiversity of the region.
3 giorni fa · Nature Notes: Diamonds in the Pond by Terry McNamara The diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) that calls Fishers Island home is a rarely seen turtle treasured for its role in maintaining the health of its surrounding ecosystem. In the wild, terrapins are quick to flee and difficult to observe. Since 2018, live specimens have
1 giorno fa · What makes a diamondback terrapin, UMD’s mascot and Maryland’s state reptile, cry salty tears? No, not a second-round loss in the NCAA tournament—it’s the water they inhabit. Terrapins evolved in freshwater and moved into brackish water like that of the Chesapeake Bay, and they use tear ducts to clear excess salt from their ...
6 giorni fa · Chris Leone, Garden State Tortoise and Hermanni Haven, USA ‘Conservation Stateside with a focus on the diamondback terrapin Malaclemys terrapin’ Register for the conference weekend Earlier Event: November 11
2 giorni fa · Malaclemys terrapin littoralis (Hay, 1904) Current SSAR Comments: There are no current SSAR comments for this taxon. First instance(s) of published English ...
5 giorni fa · Key Takeaways: Terrapins are versatile freshwater turtles with unique shell patterns, omnivorous diets, and impressive swimming abilities. They play a vital role in wetland ecosystems and are the focus of conservation efforts due to habitat loss. Female terrapins are larger than males, and they hibernate during winter.
4 giorni fa · Galápagos tortoise. The Galápagos tortoise or Galápagos giant tortoise ( Chelonoidis niger) is a very large species of tortoise in the genus Chelonoidis (which also contains three smaller species from mainland South America ). The species comprises 15 subspecies (13 extant and 2 extinct ). It is the largest living species of tortoise, and ...
