Did You Know?
Some terrapins can live for over 30 years!
Where They Live
Terrapins live in ponds and swamps.
What They Eat
They eat fish, bugs, and plants.
What terrapins Does
They swim in the water.
They bask in the sun to warm up.
They lay eggs on land.
They can hide in their shells.
They can be green or brown.
Some can live in salt water too!
More About terrapins
Terrapins have been around for a long time. They are part of a group called reptiles. They have hard shells to keep them safe. Many people like to keep them as pets.
Terrapins help keep ponds clean. They eat bugs and plants that can make water dirty. This helps other fish and plants live better. They are good for the water!
In the future, we need to help keep terrapins safe. Some are in danger from pollution and losing homes. We can help by keeping water clean and safe for them.
