Photo 602755, (c) J. N. Stuart, all rights reserved, uploaded by J. N. Stuart

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Associated observations

Photos / Sounds

What

American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)

Observer

jnstuart

Date

December 6, 2013

Description

American Kestrel feeding on a juvenile Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta bellii) at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro Co., New Mexico, USA.

Photos / Sounds

What

Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta ssp. bellii)

Observer

jnstuart

Date

December 6, 2013

Description

Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta bellii), hatchling or juvenile, being preyed on by an American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro Co., New Mexico, USA. The turtle was possibly out sunning when taken by the kestrel, although was a cool day (about 40 deg F).

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