A day on the water.

[DeeCee]

The painted turtle that you found is a native. There is a small population remaining in Eastern Idaho where you are fishing. Biologist theorize they are a left over from the Ice age a few thousand years a go. They are protected by Idaho's reptile law and statute. Admire, but be careful to handle gently and let go. Thanks for sharing the photos with all of us.

DeeCee
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