Spotted Turtle
Clemmys guttata
Spotted turtles gather together on a log to spend a sunny day basking. If alarmed, they will dive into the water and bury themselves in the mud for protection. They also burrow in the mud to escape the heat on very warm days and to hibernate during the winter.
Fact File
Lifespan: More than 40 yrs in captivity
Habitat: Bogs, marshes, and streams
Diet: Insects and other small invertebrates, and some vegetation
Risk Status: Species at Risk (IUCN—Vulnerable)
