Blanding's turtle fact

In the upper corner, a Blanding’s turtle. To the right of the image, text reads: ‘Because of their movement patterns, Blanding's turtles require larger landscapes than many other turtle species, and they are vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and degradation.’ More text is below reading: ‘Did you know?Blanding’s turtles are known for getting around! Individuals often move more than a mile over land in search of suitable vernal pool habitats for breeding and feeding.’ CCITT logo in lower left corner.
Photo By/Credit
Sierra Boucher/USFWS
Date Shot/Created
05/13/2022
Media Usage Rights/License
Public Domain
Image
Blanding's Turtle Fun Fact
Species
Emydoidea blandingii
Subject tags
Reptiles