cooters

the cooters were basking on the logs by the river.

cooters are often found in slow-moving freshwater habitats.

the river cooters emerged from the water to warm themselves.

cooters have webbed feet that make them excellent swimmers.

many people keep cooters as pets in large aquariums.

cooters can grow quite large, reaching up to sixteen inches in length.

the pond was crowded with basking cooters.

cooters are omnivorous, eating both plants and small animals.

florida cooters are known for their distinctive markings.

cooters hibernate during the winter months.

the cooter population has declined in some areas due to habitat loss.

baby cooters are vulnerable to predators when they first hatch.