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Marsh life

Hold the mixed water.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

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Diamondback Terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Diamondback Terrapin

Species principle: Brackish Strength

Hold the mixed water.

Mixed waters build creatures that can hold more than one world.

Diamondback Terrapins live in brackish coastal marshes, using patterned shells, strong swimming, and salt-tolerant habits to navigate tidal creeks and marsh habitats.

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