The Eastern Box Turtle is a terrestrial turtle with a hinged plastron that allows it to close completely into its shell. Long-lived — individuals may exceed 100 years. Populations are declining due to road mortality and habitat loss.
Best time to see a Eastern Box Turtle
The best time to see a Eastern Box Turtle is April–July, when about 69% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 125,597 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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