Woodland Turtle Sighting

 

Spotted a Woodland Turtle!

Today as I was walking through my yard to my garden I spotted a Woodland turtle! I often find these turtles in my quiet neighborhood crossing the road or near our creek. It was a surprise to find them near my pear tree enjoying the sun and munching on some grass. I may have spooked them by taking some pictures but needless to say they were a good sport and “smiled” for the camera.

Filling out my reporting on the, Virginia Herpetological Society, was easy and simple. I will admit that providing all my personal information felt a little much but I understand that by providing the information it adds to validity to the integrity of the entry.

*Disclosure I will posting pictures on Canvas due to the cost of posting pictures on this blog.

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