Spiny Softshell Turtle

The spiny softshell turtle (Apalone spinifera) is a species of softshell turtle, one of the largest freshwater turtle species in North America. Both the common name, spiny softshell, and the specific name, "spinifera" (spine-bearing), refer to the spiny, cone-like projections on the leading edge of the carapace, which are not scutes (scales). Spiny softshell turtles feed on a variety of food items. They will consume insects, crayfish, fish, algal stocks and other plant material, and mussels…

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