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Do Wood Turtles Hibernate?

Does The Wood Turtle Hibernate?

Have you ever wondered where turtles go in the winter? Maybe you’ve observed the wood turtles hanging out in wooded areas near your home. Their disappearance during colder weather may have caused you to wonder: does the wood turtle hibernate? If so, why? When? And how does it hibernate? Keep reading as we explore the … Read more

how many eggs do wood turtles lay

How Many Eggs Do Wood Turtles Lay?

Wood turtles share many similarities with other semiaquatic turtles, but one thing that sets them apart is the small number of offspring they produce. So, how many eggs do wood turtles lay? What are their mating habits? And how long does it take young wood turtles to reach sexual maturity? Keep reading! In this article, … Read more

Is the Wood Turtle Endangered?

How To Tell The Age Of A Wood Turtle?

Perhaps you found a wood turtle on your latest hike and are curious about its age. Or perhaps you have one that you’re keeping as a pet and you would like to determine how old it is. Whatever the reason for your search, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we’ll discuss how … Read more

Is the North American Wood Turtle an Omnivore

What Do Wood Turtles Eat?

Wood turtles are found in northeastern parts of the United States and adjacent areas of Canada. These turtles hunt for food both on land and in the water, which gives them a great variety of foods to choose from. So, what do wood turtles eat? What are their favorite foods? Keep reading as we explore … Read more

Where Do Wood Turtles Live

Where Do Wood Turtles Live?

Unless you live in a relatively small area of the world, you may have never heard of wood turtles. But did you know that these highly intelligent reptiles used to cover a much larger range than they do now? So, where do wood turtles live these days? What is their habitat? And how long is … Read more

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