Eastern Musk Turtle
Sternotherus odoratus

Common Name:	Eastern Musk Turtle
Scientific Name:	Sternotherus odoratus
Etymology:
Genus:	Sternotherus is derived from the Greek word sternon which means "sternum" and therion which means "wild animal".
Species:	odoratus is derived from the Latin word odoratus meaning "to have an odor".
Average Length:	2 - 4.5 in. (5.1 - 11.5 cm)
Virginia Record Length:	5 in. (12.9 cm)
Record length:	5.4 in. (13.7 cm)

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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