Meaning of the word "mud turtle" in English

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mud turtle

US /ˈmʌd ˌtɝː.tl̩/
UK /ˈmʌd ˌtɝː.tl̩/
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Noun

1.

a small freshwater turtle (genus Kinosternon) with a dull-colored, often flattened shell, typically found in muddy or shallow waters.

Example:
We spotted a mud turtle basking on a log near the pond.
Mud turtles are often found in slow-moving streams and swamps.
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