The river cooter (Pseudemys concinna) is a species of freshwater turtle in the family Emydidae. The species is native to the central and eastern United States, but has been introduced into parts of …

River cooters are found from Virginia south to central Georgia, west to eastern Texas, Oklahoma, and north to southern Indiana. They live in a wide variety of freshwater and even brackish locations. …

Habitat/Range: River cooters are found in rivers and large streams. Distinguishing the river cooter from the other two species of Pseudemys is often best done based upon habitat.

Cooters are active only during the day and are sometimes seen basking on logs and rocks. They are extremely wary and will drop into the water at the slightest disturbance.

Mar 19, 2025 · The river cooter occurs primarily in the Piedmont and Valley and Ridge physiographic regions via the James River drainage. There are confirmed records for this turtle in the New River at …

The river cooter (Pseudemys concinna) is a freshwater turtle native to the central and eastern United States, from Virginia south to mid-Georgia, west to eastern Texas, Oklahoma, and north to southern …

Ecology: River Cooters are plant eaters that spend most of their time in the water, rarely entering land except when basking or nesting. These turtles are cautious animals and will flee into the water …

River cooter turtles, Pseudemys concinna , are native to North America. They are most commonly found in eastern and central parts of the United States. They are found as far north as northern Ohio and …

Oct 2, 2025 · Discover the River Cooter, a vibrant, sun-loving freshwater turtle thriving in American rivers, known for its graceful swimming and distinctive shell.

Description: The River Cooter is a fairly large aquatic turtle with an average carapace length of 9 – 12 inches (23 – 30.6 cm). The carapace is olive green to brown in color with a slight flare towards the …