Is my Florida turtle a Red Ear Slider? Can I legally keep it?

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So i found out red ear sliders in Florida are illegal to own since 2008 i found my turtle outside in 2014 as a tiny little girl and assumed since she had red ears she was one. Does she look like a red ear slider to you, do i have to get rid of my pet of 4 almost 5 years? Also my wife is worried about her back side of the top shell. Pet's info: Reptile | Aquatic Turtle | Female | unspayed | 1lb

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Squirtle. As per the legality of ownership in the state of Florida, you should probably contact the Florida Department of Wildlife with the inquiry. As per her breed, a red stripe on the head is not identified, she might be a Florida chicken turtle, Florida painted turtle or other aquatic turtle. A local turtle/tortoise club might be better able to identify. Good luck.

Is my Florida turtle a Red Ear Slider? Can I legally keep it?

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