Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Testudines
Family: Emydidae
Emydidae is a taxonomic family within which certain turtles are classified. Turtles from this family tend to be fairly small, oval in appearance, and have the ability to close their shell somewhat. They are usually freshwater dwelling, or semi-aquatic.
Genera classified within this family:
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