Tartaruga-de-pente

The Tartaruga-de-pente, also known as the Brazilian slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans), is a freshwater turtle native to North America but popular as a pet worldwide. Recognizable by its distinctive yellow and red markings on its head and sides, it has a smooth, flat shell and claws suited for swimming and climbing. The species is omnivorous, eating plants, insects, and small fish. It requires a clean aquatic environment, proper diet, and space to thrive. As a pet, it's important to provide suitable habitat conditions and be aware of its long lifespan, which can reach over 20 years.