The Wood Turtle is a medium-sized, intelligent turtle that forages on land and in streams. Its sculpted, pyramid-ridged shell is distinctive. It is a threatened species sensitive to water quality and road mortality.
Best time to see a Wood Turtle
The best time to see a Wood Turtle is April–June, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,121 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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