Yellow-bellied Slider Trachemys scripta scripta | Turtle Species Database | CheloniaTraceSubspecies / Testudines taxon
Trachemys scripta scripta
The yellow-bellied slider, a subspecies of pond slider native to the southeastern United States.
Lineage: Turtles and Tortoises (TESTUDINES) > Cryptodira (CRYPTODIRA) > Durocryptodira (DUROCRYPTODIRA) > Testudinoid Turtles Superfamily (TESTUDINOIDEA) > Pond Turtles (EMYDIDAE) > Chicken Turtles and Allies Subfamily (DEIROCHELYINAE) > Sliders (Trachemys) > Pond Slider (Trachemys scripta) > Yellow-bellied Slider (Trachemys scripta scripta). This path helps place the taxon within its family, genus, or species-level context.
Plate page 193
- Chinese Name
- 黄腹彩龟
Scientific NameTrachemys scripta scripta Plate notes
Trachemys scripta scripta
Trivia
One of the most popular pet turtles; often released into the wild, becoming invasive.
Overview
The yellow-bellied slider, a subspecies of pond slider native to the southeastern United States.
Scientific Name
Trachemys scripta scripta
Ecological Habits
Semiaquatic, inhabits ponds, lakes, slow rivers; omnivorous; basks on logs.
Major Threats & Conservation
Invasive in many regions, outcompeting native species; collection for pet trade; but overall stable.
Morphological Characteristics
Carapace up to 30 cm, olive to brown with yellow markings; plastron yellow with dark spots; distinct yellow stripe behind eye.
Natural Distribution & Conservation Status
Coastal plains from Virginia to Alabama; IUCN Least Concern.
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