Time-lapse of a narrow bridged musk turtle hatching. This species is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN. They are native to Mexico and a Central America. 🎥 by Clint Guadiana, Curator of Reptiles and Amphibians | Gladys Porter Zoo

A male loggerhead musk turtle from a small rocky stream. In prime habitat, loggerhead musk turtles can get in very high densities, and sometimes squabbling and fighting can occur. Typical confrontations involve biting the marginals (edge of the shell) until one individual retreats. #turtles #wildlife #sternotherus #animals #nature | Greg’s Turtle Haven