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Ornate Box Turtle
Terrapene ornata · Emydidae
| Type | Turtle |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| UVB lighting | Required |
| Hibernates | Yes |
| Swims | No |
| Care level | Intermediate |
| Native region | North America |
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