Malaclemys terrapin centrata (common name is Carolina diamondback terrapin). Centratas can be found from Cape Hatteras, North Carolina to northern Florida.
Diamondback Terrapins inhabit saltwater, brackish channels and reedy marshes. They do require fresh water for drinking. Males can reach a length of 5.5,” while females can grow to 9.” They have a grey to black upper shell and usually have grey marks or spots on their skin. They eat fish, crustaceans and other mollusks. Their life expectancy ranges from about 25-40 years depending on their environment.
Fresh water raised.