It seems like everybody loves turtles!
Here are two who posed perfectly for all the animal fans at CAMERA CRITTERS.
Both of these photos are straight out of the camera. I loved the colors on the ones above.
I really did try to identify the species ...they might be common cooters or yellow-bellied sliders. Whatever they are officially, a good name for the ones sunning on this old raft would be "Mossbacks."
Thanks to Misty Dawn for hosting CAMERA CRITTERS. Pictures from SIX MILE CYPRESS SLOUGH, January 2013.
Great captures, Sallie. When we were kids my sister and I use to bring home the small ones and put them in the tub- much to Moms dismay.
Posted by: Pam :) | February 11, 2013 at 02:16 AM
Love seeing turtles any time! The ones I usually see are just like yours, algae covering their backs. I think you're right about them being Cooters.
Posted by: Wally | February 08, 2013 at 01:00 PM
My most favorite. I had a tortoise pet when I was a child. I didn't know back then that it wasn't a good idea for them to be caged or put in a big pail, lol.
Posted by: Prem | February 08, 2013 at 12:28 PM
there is nothing wrong with straight out of the camera! It shows what a good eye you have!
Posted by: Pat | February 04, 2013 at 08:21 PM
Such cute pictures ! They look so funny ! BTW I don't have a dog, it's my friends dog I use as model, lol !
Posted by: Gattina | February 04, 2013 at 01:07 PM
Love those amazing mossy turtles!
Posted by: ladyfi | February 04, 2013 at 09:00 AM
I like the way they hold their noses in the air saying, "I'm posh you know"
Posted by: diane | February 03, 2013 at 10:38 PM
SWF has a new host! Stay tuned!
Posted by: SandyCarlson | February 03, 2013 at 06:28 PM
They don't mind sticking their necks out to make a point, eh.
Great photos. Great post.
Posted by: Sleepshort | February 03, 2013 at 05:52 PM
Cute critters. They could stretch and hide their necks!
Posted by: Ebie | February 03, 2013 at 04:05 PM
You live in such a beautiful part of your country. You're right about our mosaics - your ferny and green collage could go with mine!
Posted by: Pondside | February 03, 2013 at 03:40 PM
They really are fun to see and some of them get huge! You took great photos! Enjoy the beautiful week we have ahead of us! Sweet hugs!
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | February 03, 2013 at 03:26 PM
I love your turtles. LOvely
Posted by: Riet | February 03, 2013 at 03:10 PM
These are delightful shots. I absolutely love turtles.
Posted by: Carver | February 03, 2013 at 02:05 PM
It's nice to see some turtles right about now. I can't wait until it gets a little warmer so we can see more.
Posted by: Wayne | February 03, 2013 at 10:32 AM
They're beautiful!
Posted by: Gunilla | February 03, 2013 at 10:06 AM
Hi Sallie, I wanted you were the first one to know I post again on my blog.
I like turtles. These one are so funny with their beautiful make-up !
Posted by: Annie | February 03, 2013 at 08:53 AM
Neat critters..........
Posted by: Joe Todd | February 03, 2013 at 08:17 AM
I have never seen green backed turtles! Might they have moss or algae on their shells? This is really super cool. :)
Posted by: Gail | February 03, 2013 at 07:55 AM
Interesting turtles! I have never seen green ones.
Thanks for your visit and kind comment. In the Netherlands we heard stories of the survivors of the flood of ninety fiftythree all week. It was very sad. Now in Australia it is also bad, but fortunately there are not many casualties, though each one is one too many.
Posted by: Reader Wil | February 02, 2013 at 11:56 PM
The ones in the first shot are very pretty! I wonder about the others, if the algae on them hurts them in any way. Thanks for commenting on my WBW post!
Posted by: Marie-AZ | February 02, 2013 at 10:35 PM
" Did your mum tell you to scrub your back!!!" Love this, have a personal story which reminds me of a friend.
We have a few scrub fire, and a total fire ban here.
Posted by: annkitsuetchin | February 02, 2013 at 08:47 PM
These are delightful! May I print them and post them in my classroom? They are our heroes.
Posted by: SandyCarlson | February 02, 2013 at 06:19 PM
What wonderful photos -- I love the green ones! And I agree, turtles are very lovable :)
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Posted by: Marie | February 02, 2013 at 05:49 PM
I love the mossback with such a beautiful shirt on it.
Posted by: Rainfield (雨田 Malaysia） | February 02, 2013 at 04:26 PM
they seem to having trouble reaching down to the ground. Sometimes the SOOC shot is best leaved as it is. Like these turtle shots. :)
Posted by: NatureFootstep Photo | February 02, 2013 at 02:40 PM
Amusing creatures. I don't recall ever having seen one in the "wild". Their heads remind me of snakes appearing from out of a hollow log!! I do know that they exist here, just strange to think I have never seen one, except at zoos.
Very interesting report Sallie. Many thanks.
Colin (Brisbane. Australia)
Posted by: Colin Huggins | February 02, 2013 at 01:39 PM
What a cute pair!
Posted by: bettyl | February 02, 2013 at 01:11 PM
I think I'll ask Ryan about the species
Posted by: Peter Rainville | February 02, 2013 at 01:02 PM
I think you are correct that most people DO like turtles. :))
Posted by: EG CameraGirl , Canada | February 02, 2013 at 12:15 PM
I do love turtles...
Posted by: Rambling Woods | February 02, 2013 at 11:46 AM
Great photos! Ours are sleeping soundly right now.
I asked granddaughter where the goldfish pond was, it was covered in snow. She wanted to unbury it!!!!
Posted by: Jenn Jilks | February 02, 2013 at 09:55 AM
Mossbacks! Very clever Sallie. I too am a turtle lover.
Posted by: Karen | February 02, 2013 at 09:22 AM
I like the name Mossbacks too. I love the turtles too or just about any kind of critter. Great shot, have a happy weekend!
Posted by: Eileen | February 02, 2013 at 09:17 AM
Mossbacks is perfect! I just want to dunk them in that water and scrub them off. :)
This made me smile Sallie!
Posted by: Carletta | February 02, 2013 at 09:11 AM
just like our turtles in texas - warm enough year round to keep that gunky algae growing all over.
Posted by: TexWisGirl | February 02, 2013 at 08:58 AM
Oh yes....I am one of them who loves turtles!!! Excellent images.
Posted by: Hootin' Anni | February 02, 2013 at 08:58 AM
A surprise-I've never seen green ones anywhere! it is lovely seeing so many diverse photos and sights!
Posted by: HAZEL | February 02, 2013 at 08:44 AM