In recognition of its occurrence in the State of Alabama only, Pseudemys alabamensis of the Family Emydidae and Order Testudines, or the Alabama red-bellied turtle, is hereby named and designated as the official reptile for the State of Alabama. (Acts 1990, No. 90-82, p. 87.)
State Reptile
Ala. Code § 1-2-25, under State Symbols and Honors.
Ala. Code § 1-2-25