Listed as Vulnerable
Natives of Asia, these turtles are a threatened species sometimes, sold as pets.
This one was found at an irrigation ditch in Kin Town, Okinawa, Japan.
GPS Coordinates: N 26 26.621 E 127 56.098
Equipped with a 300mm lens a few quick, close-up shots were taken.
This amphibian was shy and didn't want to stay when it heard the camera clicking.
Confirmation on the identification came from Shawn Miller, a good nature dude, I know.
The scientific name for this subject is Pelodiscus sinensis.
In Japan, Suppon ( スッポン ) would be the name.
In Japan, Suppon ( スッポン ) would be the name.
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