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Which turtle species is the Maryland Terrapins' nickname derived from?

  • Diamondback Terrapin

  • Snapping Turtle

  • Painted Turtle

  • Box Turtle

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The Maryland Terrapins' nickname, "Terps," is derived from the diamondback terrapin, a turtle species native to the state of Maryland. The nickname was adopted in 1933 and has been a symbol of the team ever since.
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