Habitat: Painted turtles are usually found in quiet, slow moving and shallow bodies of water such as ponds, streams, rivers, and marshes. They can be found in 8 Canadian provinces, 45 States of the USA, and in one state of Mexico. It is the only turtle whose native range extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. They usually live near fresh water with soft bottoms, basking sites, and aquatic vegetation, as they need these things to thrive.
Niche (role): Painted turtles eat both plants…
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