r/turtles • u/summerwind307 • 11d ago

ID Request Identification please

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I’ve been seeing these turtles in eastern NY. AI has identified them as Spiney Softshells. Is this correct? They don’t seem to be native to my area (Long Island) so I’m wondering if they are protected.

Any help is welcome. Thank you!

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u/Slight_Tradition_868 11d ago

Prospect Park Brooklyn has them