Turtles
Razor-backed Musk Turtle
Sternotherus carinatus
Across the regions where it's common, the Razor-backed Musk Turtle peaks from June to October.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 2 states
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Turtles
Razor-backed Musk Turtle
Sternotherus carinatus
Description
The razor-backed musk turtle (Sternotherus carinatus) is a species of turtle in the family Kinosternidae. The razor-backed musk turtle grows to a straight carapace length of about 15 cm (5.9 in).Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
S. carinatus is found in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Florida, and Texas. The species is native to the southern United States.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
For captive turtles, the mating occurs in March, and the eggs are laid in early May and early June. The females lay about one to two batches of eggs per year, with about 5-7 eggs in each batch.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
Ecoregions
States
About the Razor-backed Musk Turtle
When is the Razor-backed Musk Turtle most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Razor-backed Musk Turtle peaks from June to October.
Where does the Razor-backed Musk Turtle live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 2 states, including Arkansas and Texas.