What is another word for Chrysemys Picta?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈa͡ɪsmɪz pˈɪktə] (IPA) 
Chrysemys Picta, also known as the painted turtle, is a species of freshwater turtle commonly found in North America. Synonyms for this popular turtle include the eastern painted turtle, the midland painted turtle, the southern painted turtle, and the western painted turtle. These different names are based on slight variations in appearance and location, but they all refer to the same species. Chrysemys Picta is known for its brightly colored shell, featuring yellow and red stripes on a dark background, which is why it earned the "painted" moniker. This fascinating turtle is frequently kept as a pet and can be observed in the wild in ponds, lakes, and wetlands across much of the United States and parts of Canada.
