Red-eared slider

The red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is a semi-aquatic turtle. It belongs to the family Emydidae. It is the most popular pet turtle in the United States. It lives in Southern United States. It is also found in many other places as an invasive species. They can be found in the US state of California where it was introduced. Rhubarb leaves are poisonous for them. Overfeeding may cause diseases for the turtles.

 Other websites 

 Red-ear slider
 Discovery Channel's Animal Planet: Red-eared slider
 Information on aquatic turtles & tortoises including a few articles specific to Red-eared Terrapin 
 Gulf Coast Turtle & Tortoise Society: Natural History: Red-eared slider 

 References 

Category:Turtles
Category:Turtles of North America