Turtle Species Photos

Musk Turtle
Sternotherus odoratus

Turtle Photo Essays

Hay Mowing Hits Wood Turtles Hard
Agriculture, especially haying, is decimating wood turtles. They are all but invisible deep in the grass, and farmers have no choice but to plow, hay, etc when weather and time allows.

Project Updates

Michael Jones (UMASS Amherst) continues his work with Wood Turtles. Learn more.

Liz Willey (UMASS Amherst) continues her research on Eastern Box Turtles. Learn more.

Lori Johnson (Antioch) starts her research on Musk Turtles. Learn more.

Turtle of the Month

Eastern Box Turtle

This turtle gets its name from being able to close its shell completely for protection. Learn more about box turtles.

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