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Red-Eared Slider
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Eats
Omnivorous and consumes a wide variety of plant and animal matter
Lives
The red-eared slider originated from the area around the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico, in warm climates in the Southeastern United States. Their native areas range from the southeast of Colorado to Virginia and Florida.
Behavior
Can communicate with touch and vibrations.
Description
The red-eared slider is native to the Southern United States and northern Mexico, but has become established in other places because of pet releases, and has become invasive in many areas where it outcompetes native species.
Did you Know?
Because they were once the most popular turtle in the pet trade, an estimated 5-10 million red-eared sliders were exported around the world.
How can I Help?
If you want one as a pet you need to make sure you get from a reputable source and never take an animal from the wild.
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