I'm sure this has been asked many times before

[chosen2030]

What is the smallest and most colorful/visually striking water turtle as an adult? Opinions and best guesses welcome

 

[jonathan512]

Concentric diamondback terrapins are the best looking turtles as adults in my opinion

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If u want a Kool small turtle though if go with black knob sawbacks . They only max out at about 6"

 

[bigred]

Concentric diamondback terrapins are the best looking turtles as adults in my opinion

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If u want a Kool small turtle though if go with black knob sawbacks . They only max out at about 6"

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I like the Concentric diamondbacks as well, They are very beautiful.

 

[chosen2030]

Thank you Jonathan512 and bigred for your quick replies! Very much appreciated, and both turtle species mentioned look really cool.

I was wondering if there are any non-native species (i.e from Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, etc) that are equally as nice looking and small?

 

[jonathan512]

Mmm golden thread turtles look neat I think they stay relatively small as well ,males are a good way to go if u want one that stays small

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They're from somewhere in Asia

 

[harris]

You might like the Spotted Turtle. They can be a little tricky for the novice but they're well worth it. And being from Arizona you should be able to acquire one with relative ease.