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What is kansas state reptile?
A ornate box turtle
Were does the ornate box turtle like to poop?
i dont now
Can you breed an ornate box turtle with a red eared slider?
yes
What is the population of the ornate box turtle in Missouri?
i am not possotivly sure but it is around 8,965
What is the South Dakota state reptile?
The South Dakota state reptile is the Ornate Box Turtle (Terrapene ornata). It was designated as the state reptile in 1989 to represent the native reptile species found in South Dakota. The Ornate Box Turtle is known for its distinctive yellow and black markings on its shell.
How many Box Turtles are in Wisconsin?
The box turtle population is going down and there is a project to save the Ornate Box Turtle. Some are run over by cars as they attempt to cross roads.http://wiatri.net/Inventory/WiTurtles/Turtles/naturalHistory.cfm
What is the box turtles scientific name?
Well, there are many types of box turtles. Terrapene ornata is the Ornate Box Turtle and Terrapene carolina is the Eastern Box Turtle. They all basically start with Terrapene.
What is the official state mammal of Kansas?
The official state mammal of Kansas is the American bison.
Why did kansas ask for the ornate turtle to be its reptile?
Kansas designated the ornate box turtle as its state reptile in 1986 to celebrate the state's natural heritage and biodiversity. The ornate turtle is native to Kansas and symbolizes the state's commitment to conservation and environmental awareness. Its distinct appearance and ecological significance also make it a fitting representative of Kansas' wildlife. This designation helps promote appreciation for local species and their habitats.
What is the habitat of box turtles?
Habitat varies a little because in total, there are approximately 14 subspieces of box turtles...These are the most common:Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina)Gulf Coast Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina major)Three-toed Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina triunguis),Florida Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina bauri)Ornate Box Turtle (Terrapene ornata ornata)Desert Box Turtle (Terrapene ornate luteola)And these two in MexicoCoahuilan Box Turtle (Terrapene coahuila) ---->Spotted Box Turtle (Terrapene nelsoni)The most common of these is the Eastern Box turtle which requires a high humid environment - in hot and dry weather they dig in and put their head in the ground or stay under heavy foliage where humidity is higher at ground surface. Contrary to some popular opinion they do not do well in arid or hot environments but prefer moderate temps and lots of shade and hiding places..some of the other species can tolerate drier environments.
Is an ornate box big or small?
Ornate does not refer to the size of the box, rather the decoration. An ornate box would be a box decorated with a good deal of intricate work.
What are some native turtles from Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has 11 kinds of turtles: Blanding's Turtle, Eastern Musk Turtle, False Map Turtle, Northern Map Turtle, Ornate Box Turtle, Painted Turtle, Smooth Softshell, Snapping Turtle, Southern Map Turtle, Spiny Softshell, and Wood Turtle.
