Blanding's turtle (Emys blandingii or Emydoidea blandingii) is a semi-aquatic turtle of the family Emydidae. It is considered to be an endangered species throughout much of its range.
Read more about Blanding's Turtle: Taxonomy, Description, Reproduction, Behavior and Life Span, Distribution and Habitat, Conservation Status
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