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Painted turtles sleep underwater, buried in the sand or mud at the bottom of their habitat. They can breathe air and also absorb oxygen in water. Warner Nature Center

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Painted Turtle

Date Submitted: August 4, 2010

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 7/25/10

Observation Time: 10:40 a.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond

Plant or Animal? Animal

Common Name: Painted Turtle

Scientific Name: Chrysemys picta

Painted Turtle

Comments: None

More Information: Warner Nature Center

Previous, Subsequent, or Similar Sightings:
Spotted Turtle, 7/2/10
Eastern Box Turtle, 7/20/10
Snapping Turtle (hatchling), 8/22/10

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