The razorback musk turtle (Kinosternon carinatum) gets its common name from the high, prominent keel, or ridge, running down its back. This turtle isn’t going to win any beauty contests, but it’s a fascinating creature nonetheless.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the razorback turtle, including how to identify it, where it lives, its behavior, what it eats, and its current conservation status. We’ll explore what makes this little turtle tick, and why it’s important to protect its place in the ecosystem.