I was a bit surprised to see these Yellow-bellied Sliders out of the water. It was warm compared to the near freezing temps we had been having, but they were not in the sun.

Another pair was on a nearby clump of…something. I didn’t see the one in the water until looking at the images on the computer.

Ravenswood Pond, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Charleston, SC
January 9, 2023
A familiar scene at Magnolia. Great that you captured his underside colors and markings. Happy new year!
Yes, and fun with the reflections. Thanks, and a Happy New Year to you, Jane! I hope you are still enjoying your more southern Cal location and are out of the path of the recent weather riots.
A disturbing amount of daily rainfall. We were fine but feel for those in the flooded areas. Thanks.