Saturday, June 26, 2021

June 19, 2021: Snapping Turtle Update


Overnight, the nest was raided by a Northern Raccoon, Striped Skunk, American Mink, Red Fox, or another predator.  Approximately 22 egg shells were found outside the "nest", with about 5 eggs remaining deep in the hole.  We covered up the hole, with the hope that these remaining eggs will continue to develop. (Wolf. Oesterreich, 6/5/21)

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