Red-eared Slider Turtle - Carapace - Trachemys scripta elegans - 19.5 cm - 14.5 cm - 6.5 cm - Non-CITES species
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Specimen: Red-eared Slider Turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans), 2020, good condition, from Italy.
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Large Turtle Carapace (Trachemys scripta elegans) on Acrylic Stand
A beautifully preserved carapace of Trachemys scripta elegans (red-eared slider), sourced from a certified breeding facility in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. This impressive specimen highlights the natural patterns and textures of the species, with a polished surface that enhances its rich tones and structural detail.
Presented on a clear acrylic stand, it serves as both an elegant decorative piece and an educational object. The shell’s internal bone structure is visible and well-preserved, offering a fascinating insight into turtle anatomy.
A fine addition for collectors, natural history enthusiasts, museums, or as a distinctive accent in interior décor.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Large Turtle Carapace (Trachemys scripta elegans) on Acrylic Stand
A beautifully preserved carapace of Trachemys scripta elegans (red-eared slider), sourced from a certified breeding facility in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. This impressive specimen highlights the natural patterns and textures of the species, with a polished surface that enhances its rich tones and structural detail.
Presented on a clear acrylic stand, it serves as both an elegant decorative piece and an educational object. The shell’s internal bone structure is visible and well-preserved, offering a fascinating insight into turtle anatomy.
A fine addition for collectors, natural history enthusiasts, museums, or as a distinctive accent in interior décor.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Details
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Red-eared Slider Turtle -
Scientific Name
Trachemys scripta elegans
Country of Origin
Italy
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
2020
Weight
245 g
Height
19.5 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
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