I usually see Yellow-bellied Sliders either in a pond or basking on a bank. This may be the first time I’d seen one walk across a field.
I did some identification research and was surprised to discover nearly 30 species of turtles can be found in South Carolina.
Santee National Wildlife Refuge, Cuddo Unit
I don’t know for sure, Ellen, but sometimes when a turtle is trekking across land, it’s because she is getting ready to lay eggs.
Hmm, I hadn’t even thought of that but I think you are onto something.
It’s fun to see an animal doing something a bit different. Very nice, Ellen.
Yes, and I thought they just lazed around a pond! Thank you, Belinda.