Painted Turtle

Chrysemys picta

NATURAL HABITAT
The painted turtle lives in fresh waters with soft bottoms such as creeks, marshes, ponds and the shores of lakes.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Plants and animals
IN THE ZOO – Turtle chow

FASCINATING FACTS

• Sunbathe to regulate body temperature
• Only turtle whose living location ranges from Atlantic to Pacific
• Most abundant turtle species
• Designated as the "official reptile" for four U.S. states
• Adults in the wild can live more than 55 years