12,932 observationsLeast Concern
Eastern Musk Turtle
Sternotherus odoratus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Testudines ›Family: Kinosternidae ›Genus: Sternotherus
About
Sternotherus odoratus is a species of small turtle native to southeastern Canada and much of the Eastern United States. It is also known as the common musk turtle, eastern musk turtle, or stinkpot due to its ability to release a foul musky odor from scent glands on the edge of its shell, possibly to deter predation. These turtles are grouped in the same family as Mud Turtles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Eastern Musk Turtle is Sternotherus odoratus.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the class Reptilia.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the order Testudines.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the family Kinosternidae.
- Eastern Musk Turtle belongs to the genus Sternotherus.