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Fig. 117. Cumberland Terrapins (Young) 

 The undermarkings are as different as the thumb-prints of human beings, no two 

 appearing to be alike. The backs are usually a pleasing shade of green. Distributed in 

 large quantities in pet shops in the spring. Bright red markings on head. They like 

 small worms, bits of meat or fish and can eat only under water. Give them a place to 

 crawl out and keep them away from fishes. 



Fig. 118. Soft-Shelled Turtle (Amyda spinijera) [Young] 

 These curious creatures make interesting pets, and when small can be kept in close 

 quarters. When alarmed they dig into the sand, but must eventually come out for a 

 breath of air. If the surface is within reaching distance they will do the original "rubber- 

 neck" act as above, rather than leave the sand. Soft-shelled turtles are purely aquatic 

 and have broadly webbed feet, which enable them to swim rapidly. 



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