Diamondback Terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin)
The Diamondback Terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) is a freshwater turtle found in brackish coastal marshes, eastern and Gulf US, listed Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
- Common name
- Diamondback Terrapin
- Scientific name
- Malaclemys terrapin
- Conservation status (IUCN Red List)
- Vulnerable
- Habitat
- Brackish coastal marshes, eastern & Gulf US
The only US turtle built for life in salty marshes. Each shell is etched with unique diamond patterns.