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.
Habitat
Cold, clear streams and adjacent forests and meadows
Diet
Berries, mushrooms, earthworms, slugs, and insects
How common
Uncommon
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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