20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Turtle in the spring

Florida is among the top places in turtle species diversity, with more than 30 native species, most of which are freshwater turtles. All turtles are air-breathing reptiles, but both freshwater and sea turtles can hold their breath and remain underwater for long periods of time.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Fl, United States of America
Camera: ILCE-7RM3
Copyright: © Tom Shlesinger