What is the kingdom phylum class order family genus and species of western painted turtle?

The painted turtle (Chrysemys picta) is the most widespread native turtle of North America.
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Painted turtle.

1. What species is a turtle?
2. Can you eat a painted turtle?
3. Are painted turtles amphibians?
4. Do Painted turtles bite?

What species is a turtle?

Eastern long-necked turtle (Chelodina longicollis)

This is the most widespread species, occurring in water bodies throughout NSW with the exception of the highest parts of the Alps. It is easily distinguished by its wide plastron (the under part of the shell), made up of pale yellow shields with black margins.

Can you eat a painted turtle?

Almost the entire turtle is edible except the lungs, gall bladder, skeleton, skull and nails. The legs and tail are particularly esteemed, but remove the skin before eating. ... After killing turtles can be placed directly on hot coals, bottom side down, and left until cooked.

Are painted turtles amphibians?

Adirondack Amphibians & Reptiles: The Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta) is the most widespread native turtle of North America and one of the most abundant turtles in New York State. ... The Painted Turtle is part of the order Testudines (Turtles). Painted Turtles are members of the family Emydidae (Box and Pond Turtles).

Do Painted turtles bite?

Painted turtles are known to bite, especially if they are startled or irritated. However, because they have such small jaws, it's rare for a turtle bite to do any serious damage. Most turtles won't bite unless something is wrong, so never assume that your turtle has an attitude problem.