Red-bellied Terrapin (Noun)
Meaning
Freshwater turtle of Chesapeake Bay tributaries having red markings on the lower shell.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The red-bellied terrapin is a small, aquatic turtle species commonly found in freshwater and brackish areas of Chesapeake Bay tributaries.
- As I kayaked down the tranquil stream, I caught a glimpse of a red-bellied terrapin peeking out of the water's surface.
- In order to identify a red-bellied terrapin, one should look for distinctive red markings on the underside of the shell, often found in both juveniles and adults.
- After researching various Chesapeake Bay turtles, we finally identified the tiny turtle on the beach as a young red-bellied terrapin, seeking sunbathing time on land.
- Within a diverse population of regional reptiles, conservation efforts in Chesapeake Bay's rivers target multiple endangered species including the often neglected red-bellied terrapin.