I was always under the impression that RES were indiginous to the southern US. I know that I live in New England and that they are not found this far north unless someone sets their pets loose, which is a really bad idea. Like the other poster said, they are a very aggressive species and can easily edge out the native species of turtle if they are introduced sometimes.

If they survive, I would say that this is highly likely, and a very bad idea. Easy is not the way to go here.

If you check out the homepage of Kingsnake they list several resources, including breeders. You could also check out some herp/reptile shows in your area and try to get a few of the local species of turtle. But I would not do it until spring, as they will definitely freeze to death if you do it now.

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