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False Map Turtle

Graptemys pseudogeographica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Testudines ›Family: Emydidae ›Genus: Graptemys

About

The false map turtle (Graptemys pseudogeographica) is a species of turtle endemic to the United States. It is a common pet species. Two subspecies are recognized, including the nominotypical subspecies described here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of False Map Turtle?
The scientific name of False Map Turtle is Graptemys pseudogeographica.
What kingdom does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the order Testudines.
What family does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the family Emydidae.
What genus does False Map Turtle belong to?
False Map Turtle belongs to the genus Graptemys.