The Spotted Turtle (Clemmys guttata) lives in the United States and Canada and is a protected species within the South Carolina area. It has a carapace that is jet-black and has yellow dots all over, and usually, it is not more than five inches in length. It lives in shallow wetlands, swamps, and marshes.
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Why Turtles?
Found around the world in rivers, deserts, jungles, and our own backyards, it’s easy to assume tortoises and freshwater turtles will always be here. But the very traits that once helped them survive render them vulnerable to extinction today.
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To save turtles, we all play a role. Every day, tortoises and freshwater turtles around the globe face pressing threats. Your support equips us to support species where and how they need us most.
Turtles are ancient and remarkable creatures who deserve a champion. When you stand with us, you help ensure their continued survival. Together, we can create a world with zero turtle extinctions.
