terrapin

Example Sentences

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Not exactly, but hundreds of diamondback terrapin hatchlings have been rescued from subterranean storm drains along the Jersey Shore.

From Seattle Times

Jeff had been in Kathy’s neighborhood monitoring diamondback terrapin nests, so a week later she called him to ask his advice.

From Washington Post

The terrapin is a reminder to slow down, Chit said — to leave the frenzy of Bangkok behind and drink in the measured, earthy process of beer-making.

From Los Angeles Times

They stargazed and combed the beach for terrapin eggs.

From Washington Post

The species taken included: Florida box turtles, Eastern box turtles, striped mud turtles, Florida mud turtles, chicken turtles, Florida softshell turtles, Gulf Coast spiny softshell turtles, spotted turtles and diamondback terrapins.

From Fox News