What is another word for Family Kinosternidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli kˈɪnəstənˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Family Kinosternidae is a unique group of freshwater turtles with a distinctive shell shape and reduced plastron ossification. Some synonyms for the word "family Kinosternidae" include mud turtles, clawed turtles, and musk turtles. These terms refer to some of the key physical features of the turtles in this family, including the presence of claws on their feet and a musky odor they emit. Other synonyms for Kinosternidae include stinkpot turtles, eastern musk turtles, and common mud turtles. These names are descriptive of the species within the Kinosternidae family and help with identification in the field.
