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Where do stinkpot turtles live?
horse cowland
What turtle is named stinkpot?
The Common Musk Turtle, Sternotherus odoratus, is known as the stinkpot because of the bad smelling musk glands it uses for defense.
Is the stinkpot turtle endangered?
No. The musk turtle, also known as the stinkpot turtle, is not an endangered species.
How can you tell a male and female stinkpot turtle apart?
Mostly the male stinkpot turtle would probably be much smaller then the female stinkpot just like in frogs the male is smaller than the female turle
What is the stinkpot turtle's predator?
The stinkpot turtle's main predators are raccoons, skunks, otters, and large fish. They are also preyed upon by birds of prey, such as herons and eagles.
How big do male stinkpot turtles grow?
4-5 inches,most male stinkpots grow to 4 inches.
What turtle is nicknamed stinkpot because of the foul odor it uses for defense?
The common musk turtle (Sternotherus odoratus) is nicknamed the stinkpot because it releases a foul-smelling musk from glands on its body when threatened. This musky odor is used as a defense mechanism to deter predators.
What animals live in the water in Canada?
Harp Seals, Hooded Seals, Beluga Whales, Orcas, Humpback Whales, Bowhead Seals, Pacific White Sided Dolphins, Walruses, Gray Seals, Snapping Turtles, Leatherback Turtles, Stinkpot Turtle, Painted Turtle, and Blue Whale.
What do stinkpot turtles eat?
Stinkpot turtles, also known as common musk turtles, primarily eat aquatic insects, small fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants. They are opportunistic feeders and will scavenge for food along the bottom of the water where they live. It is important to provide a varied diet that mimics their natural feeding habits in captivity.
Which continent are stinkpot turtles found?
They are mostly found in parts of Southeast Canada and much of the Eastern part of the USA, (Which if you don't know, they are both in North America)
What are stink pot turtles?
Stinkpot turtles, also known as musk turtles, are small freshwater turtles known for their strong odor when threatened. They are typically dark in color with a small size, reaching lengths of about 4 to 5 inches. Stinkpot turtles are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of aquatic plants, insects, and small fish.
How good can a turtle smell?
Yes - they have quite a good sense of smell.
