It is a small to medium-sized freshwater turtle belonging to the family Turtles. Native to North America, especially the waters of the southeastern United States and northeastern Mexico. Known for their vibrant shell and skin patterns, they typically have yellow or orange stripes that form unique patterns on their shells, which is also the origin of their name. It is an omnivorous animal, and its diet includes aquatic plants, algae, insects, small fish, and worms. In the wild, ray turtles usually inhabit water bodies such as rivers, lakes, swamps, and ponds, and are good at swimming and diving. They are also popular pet turtles because they have a gentle personality and are easy to raise.