Reptiles and Amphibians - invasive

Red-Eared Slider Turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans) on Jul 27, 2026

Description of specimen

Submitter has sample
EDRR Status: Local expert notified

Appears to be a red eared slider based on Google search.

Commentary

None

Location

Found in my grassy backyard about 50 yds from butternut creek. Appears to be digging a nest.

Expert Reviewer

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Tyler Pedersen
Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District

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