Names used for the epidermal and bony parts of the shell follow the
classification proposed by Carr (1952:35-39). The terms "scute,"
"lamina," and "scale" are used here more or less interchangeably for
the epidermal parts as are the terms "plate," "bone," and "element"
for the bony parts of the shell.
The term "form" is used here in the same sense that Stickel (1950:358)
used it in her study of _T. carolina_--to indicate a depression or
cavity made by a turtle in vegetation or soil. Forms correspond
closely in shape and size to shape and size of the turtle. Forms of
_T. ornata_ differ from those of _T. carolina_ chiefly in being made
most often in soil, over which there is a minimum of vegetational
cover. The term "den" refers to natural cavities (or cavities of
unknown origin) beneath rocks, in rock fences, or in cut banks. The
term "burrow," unless otherwise noted, refers to burrows made by
animals other than box turtles.