Florida Softshell Turtle
Turtles & Tortoises

Florida Softshell Turtle

Apalone ferox

Habitat

Lakes, ponds, and slow streams.

Range

Southeastern United States

Adult Size

Up to 24 in (Up to 60 cm)

Diet

Carnivorous

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Northern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Northern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Active foraging for crayfish and fish

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

Intensive feeding in warmer waters

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Preparing energy stores for cooling period

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Slowing activity levels in deeper water