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Home » Blog » All About Turtles

All About Turtles

July 11, 2019 Explore Nature

All About Turtles

Turtles! Take a streamside walk this time of year on a warm sunny day and you’re bound to see them. Here in Elkhart County, our many waterways provide fantastic opportunities to encounter them. Each species has their own personality and quirks, making them irresistable to observe. Here are just a few of our shelled friends found in our area:

Eastern Box Turtle (Nickname: Boxer)
Size: 4–8.5″ | Habitat: Moist woodland areas
Notes: With a hinged shell, this turtle can tightly seal shut (like a box) to keep predators out.

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