Box Turtles

http://mdc.mo.gov
Box turtles commonly live to be thirty years old, and can live as long as humans.
Their shell protects them from most natural enemies.
But, cars and trucks needlessly kill thousands of turtles each year.
In fact, cars are probably their biggest cause of death.
Box turtles hit the road with the onset of Spring rains and warm weather.
As they search for food and mates, these harmless land turtles must cross the roads that pass through their home areas.
The next time you drive across the countryside, be alert to avoid hitting these innocent travelers.

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• box
• turtles
• missouri
• conservation
• outdoors

[tekkenty]

mine has a line at his forehead what is that

[4vermont]

I found one in late May on my land in Missouri. He was just cruising right along! I hope to see more in the future!

[missdd12]

I have one ! HIs name is Rockey

[quinten24]

found one and the bottom of its black and it looks old, i hope it isnt old =-(

[NineCatsz]

I love box turtles.

[herpboy99]

i want a box turtle.