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need to identify softshell

opus Jun 19, 2004 01:14 AM

I just purchased this softshell from a pet store and they said it was an asian softshell but when i look it up i get pictures of a completly diferent softshell, can anybody identify it for me ?

Thanks
unknowsoftshell

Replies (4)

opus Jun 19, 2004 01:23 AM

here is the pic

snapperman Jun 19, 2004 03:49 PM

Thats a common Florida spiny back softshell. I have tons of them in my lakes! Same exact things.

opus Jun 19, 2004 05:10 PM

Hi is this diferent then the florida softshell that is comon in the pet stores here ? i have had them before and they were very diferent from these ones

thanks

JP

Spawn Jun 24, 2004 12:06 AM

Hello All:
I'm pretty sure the turtle in the picture is a Chinese Softshell.
Have a Great Day!!!

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