Watch out for Oregon turtles
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Red-Eared Slider
The Red-Eared Slider is also a turtle from the eastern U.S. It has a dark shell, yellow stripes on the neck and legs, and a bright red patch just behind the eye.
It is illegal in the state to buy, sell, possess or release this non-native turtle. If you’ve just realized you are in possession of a non-native turtle, contact your local ODFW office.




