Spotted Turtle
Clemmys guttata
Very high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Spotted Turtle
The spotted turtle (Clemmys guttata), the only endangered species of the genus Clemmys, is a small, semi-aquatic turtle that reaches a carapace length of 8–12 cm (3.1–4.7 in) upon adulthood. Their broad, smooth, low dark-colored upper shell, or carapace, ranges in its exact colour from black to a bluish black with a number of tiny yellow round spots. The spotting patterning extends from the head, to the neck and out onto the limbs. Males and females can be...
Key Facts
- Endangered - this species needs our protection.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Spotted Turtle?
The scientific name of the Spotted Turtle is Clemmys guttata.
Is the Spotted Turtle endangered?
The Spotted Turtle is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Spotted Turtle sightings have been recorded?
6,823 observations of the Spotted Turtle have been recorded on iNaturalist.
