What kind of turtle is this

[jimmypondturtle]

Removed a turtle from some wild ponds to prevent it from breeding wondering what kind it is. It’s been able to survive a winter in the uk so definitely hibernating

 

[j.w]

I don't know what kind but how come you don't want it to breed?

 

[jimmypondturtle]

There are no native species of turtle in England and they wreck havoc on local plants and animals one type is even illegal to buy breed or sell now

 

[JBtheExplorer]

There are no native species of turtle in England

That is an interesting fact that I was not aware of.


I did a google search on one of your photos and google suggests its a River cooter. I do not know whether or not that is accurate, but it looks similar at very least. If you have twitter, consider asking @AlongsideWild. He typically IDs snakes but he works with turtles so he may know.