Wildlife sighting

Painted Turtle

Chrysemys picta

Spotted a Painted Turtle!

Spotted by: jesskatecarroll
Date: May 13, 2026
Near: Melissa, Texas

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About the Painted Turtle

The most widespread native turtle in North America, with a smooth, dark shell edged in red and yellow stripes on the head. Painted turtles bask in groups on logs in ponds.

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