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Black Knobbed Map Turtle For Sale

Are you looking for a truly unique and eye-catching aquatic pet? We have beautiful Black Knobbed Map Turtle for sale at cheap prices. These turtles are famous for the distinct, dark, tooth-like points running down the center of their shells. They are one of the most visually striking map turtle species in the world.

Black knobbed map turtles (Graptemys nigrinoda) are native to the rivers of Alabama and Mississippi. The carapace of Graptemys nigrinoda is slightly domed. The first four vertebrae have backward-pointing, knob-like processes. These processes are black. The second and third processes appear noticeably larger and more prominent in size than the first and fourth.

The carapace shows a deep olive-brown tone. Inside each pleural, or “plate,” of the shell, there are yellow-green circular bands bordered in black. The head is small, dark brown, and marked with yellow striping. Yellow crescents sit behind the eye and face toward the back of the turtle.

Our Black Knobbed Map Turtle for sale are captive-bred, alert, and feeding excellently. When you order turtles from us, you receive our live arrival guarantee.

Characteristics & Facts of Black Knobbed Map Turtle

• Scientific name: Graptemys nigrinoda.
• It has distinct black knobs along the center of the shell.
• The shell is olive to brown with map-like patterns.
• It has yellow markings on the head and neck.
• It is active and swims very well.
• It is semi-aquatic and likes to bask.
• It eats pellets, insects, fish, snails, and aquatic plants.
• Adult size is 4 to 8 inches in shell length.
• Size depends on the turtle’s sex.
• It can live 20 to 30 years or more with good care.
• It needs a large aquatic enclosure.
• Ideal water temperature is 72 to 80°F.
• It needs clean, filtered water.
• It also needs a dry basking platform.
• It needs UVB lighting for healthy shell growth.
• It is best for beginner and experienced turtle keepers.

Don’t miss out on owning this incredible, prehistoric-looking reptile. Buy your Black Knobbed Map Turtle for sale today. We ship our turtles available for sale using professional, climate-controlled packaging. We guarantee your new turtle will arrive safe, healthy, and ready to swim.