Western Chicken Turtle
Deirochelys reticularia miaria

 

DISTRIBUTION: In our region, Deirochelys r. miaria occurs in eastern Texas.

LEGAL STATUS: Presently, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) is considering Deirochelys r. miaria for protection under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). A final decision is scheduled for 2024.

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