Eastern Painted Turtle

Scientific Name:

The scientific name for the Eastern Painted Turtle is Chrysemys picta picta

Where they're located in New Jersey:

Eastern Painted Turtles are located throughout the state

Placement on Endangerment Scale:

Least Concern (LC)

Physical characteristics:

Eastern Painted Turtles have smooth black scutes with yellow, olive or red borders that are aligned. The head typically has two yellow spots pointing away from the eyes as well as a bright yellow line on the jaw. Eastern Painted Turtles can grow to be 4-10 inches in length.

Preferred habitat:

Any standing body of water