A close-up image depicts a Red-eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans) held upside down in a human's hand, revealing its plastron and head

A close-up image depicts a Red-eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans) held upside down in a human's hand, revealing its plastron and head. The turtle's plastron is light yellow with symmetrical dark brown, irregular markings on each scute. Its head, visible at the top, faces directly towards the viewer, displaying distinct green and black stripes and prominent blue eyes. The turtle's limbs, partially retracted, show striped patterns of white/grey and black. A slender tail extends downwards between the fingers. The human hand, with a medium skin tone, cradles the turtle, with the thumb visible on the left and fingers on the right. The background is out of focus, showing lush green foliage interspersed with darker red/purple plants, indicating an outdoor setting. A partially obscured blue object is visible on the far right. The scene is located in Ketowan, Indonesia.