物种 / 龟鳖目
头盔动胸龟
Kinosternon (Thyrosternum) subrubrum
The eastern mud turtle is a small, common species in the eastern United States. It is known for its ability to produce a strong musky odor when threatened.
分类路径：龟鳖目 (TESTUDINES) > 隐颈龟亚目 (CRYPTODIRA) > 硬壳龟下目 (DUROCRYPTODIRA) > 鳄龟总科 (CHELYDROIDEA) > 动胸龟科 (KINOSTERNIDAE) > 动胸龟亚科 (KINOSTERNINAE) > 动胸龟属 (Kinosternon) > 盾胸龟亚属 (Kinosternon (Thyrosternum)) > 头盔动胸龟 (Kinosternon (Thyrosternum) subrubrum)。顺这个路径能知道它在龟鳖目里属于哪个科、哪个属，方便和相近物种做对比。
- 中文名
- 头盔动胸龟
- 英文名
- Eastern Mud Turtle
- 拉丁学名
- Kinosternon (Thyrosternum) subrubrum
- 分类等级
- 物种
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Kinosternon subrubrum
Trivia
It was originally described as Testudo subrubra. The common name 'mud turtle' refers to its muddy habitat. It is one of the few turtles that can close its shell completely.
Overview
The eastern mud turtle is a small, common species in the eastern United States. It is known for its ability to produce a strong musky odor when threatened.
Scientific Name
Kinosternon subrubrum
Ecological Habits
Inhabits shallow freshwater habitats like ponds, marshes, and ditches. Omnivorous, eating aquatic insects, small fish, carrion, and plants. Hibernates underwater or on mud banks.
Major Threats & Conservation
Threatened by habitat destruction and road mortality. Not heavily exploited, but local declines occur. Conservation includes wetland preservation.
Morphological Characteristics
Carapace up to 125 mm, smooth, olive to dark brown, often with faint streaks. Plastron with two hinges, yellow to brown. Head and neck are dark with light markings.
Natural Distribution & Conservation Status
Ranges from New England to Florida and west to Texas. Common and widespread, listed as Least Concern. Populations are stable in most areas.
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