Terrapins gave their name to a colloquialism for the War of 1812 — 'the Terrapin War' — because, through the blockade, the United States was shut up tight in its shell like a terrapin …

Mar 1, 2019 · Terrapins are the semi-aquatic, freshwater-living versions of turtles. They live in either fresh or slightly salty (brackish) water, and you will find them by waterholes, ponds or …

terrapin, (Malaclemys terrapin), a term formerly used to refer to any aquatic turtle but now restricted largely, though not exclusively, to the diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) of …

About Terrapins The diamond-backed terrapin is the only turtle species to live exclusively in brackish water. Because of their limited distribution and unique life history, the Texas …

Oct 26, 2020 · Terrapins are actually turtles, and while they do not belong to a distinct species, all terrapins are turtles. In fact, some use the term terrapin to simply refer to freshwater turtles.

Aug 19, 2025 · Terrapins are a group of semi-aquatic turtles that primarily inhabit brackish water environments, a mix of fresh and saltwater. While the term “terrapin” is often used broadly, it …

Terrapins are keystone predators of periwinkle snails that graze smooth cordgrass (Spartina alterniflora), the primary plant species that makes up our salt marsh. When terrapins and other …

A terrapin is one of several small species of turtle living in fresh or brackish water. Terrapins do not form a taxonomic unit, and may not be related. Many belong to the families Geoemydidae …

Aug 21, 2025 · Terrapins are a unique group of reptiles within the broader category of turtles, inhabiting specialized environmental niches. They possess distinct adaptations that allow them …

Aug 21, 2025 · Terrapins are reptiles adapted to specific aquatic environments. These creatures bridge the gap between fully aquatic and fully terrestrial relatives, showcasing a specialized …