Terrapin facts #1

Cool facts from Giulio, Will, Eric and Frank

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Fact #1: The diamondback terrapin is the only species of turtle that lives in brakish water

Fact #2: In the early 1900's the terrapins were a popular gourmet meal.

Fact #3: The diamondback terrap[in have a grey, light brown or black top shell.

Fact #4: Motorboat propellers are responsible for killing many terrapins.

Fact #5: he diamondback terrpin feed on fish, marine snails, crabs, moss, carrion, clams and worms.

Source: Wildlife in CT fact sheet
CT Department of Environmental Protection