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Hot: 29 to 32 °C
Cold: -3 to 4 °C
600 to 1K USD
1 to 15 PSI
Swimming: 2-4 Miles per hour (4-6 km/h)
Animal Type: Omnivores
Fascinating and unique to South America, the Brazilian slider (Trachemys adiutrix) is a kind of reptile. This species, which is native to Brazil's freshwater ecosystems, has fascinated scientists and nature lovers with its unusual traits and ecological importance. I'll explain where it came from in seven paragraphs.
To start, you may find the Brazilian slider in its native habitat all throughout Brazil, in a wide variety of water features such as rivers, streams, ponds, and marshes. Where there is enough of vegetation and food, such as in areas with slow-moving or stagnant water bodies, you will see these turtles in great numbers. From the Atlantic Forest to the Amazon jungle and beyond, their range spreads throughout numerous Brazilian states.
One fascinating freshwater turtle species that is unique to Brazil's rivers is the Brazilian slider, formally known as Trachemys adiutrix. This reptile stands out in its natural environment because to its unique appearance and behavior, which it shares with other members of the Emydidae family. Researchers and amateurs alike have taken notice of the Brazilian slider due to its remarkable look and ecological importance.
The carapace (shell) of a Brazilian slider is dark olive to brown, and the animal is marked with bright yellow or orange, especially on its head and legs. In its natural habitat, this species blends in with the aquatic vegetation that borders the rivers, streams, and ponds. Its patterns act as camouflage and help in species identity.