Loggerhead Musk Turtle (Sternotherus minor)
The Loggerhead Musk Turtle (Sternotherus minor) is a freshwater turtle found in streams of the southeastern US, listed Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
- Common name
- Loggerhead Musk Turtle
- Scientific name
- Sternotherus minor
- Conservation status (IUCN Red List)
- Least Concern
- Habitat
- Streams of the southeastern US
Small but mighty with a massive head. It releases a musky 'stink' to ward off predators.