Eastern Box Turtle

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The eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) is primarily terrestrial, and during periods of inactivity, it will find shelter under leaf litter or rotting logs. The box turtle has a high-domed carapace that is olive to brown with yellow markings.

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Eastern Box Turtle

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