Wood Turtle
Glyptemys insculpta
August, 2012. Michigan.
An adult seen basking along a beautiful river in northern Michigan. This species is semi-aquatic and spends much of its time in terrestrial habitats including forests, meadows, and pastures. Stream degradatation, nest predation, and habitat loss has reduced its numbers in Michigan but is still found in large numbers in good habitat. The Wood Turtle is listed as a Species of Special Concern in Michigan.
Wood Turtle
Glyptemys insculpta
August, 2012. Michigan.
An adult seen basking along a beautiful river in northern Michigan. This species is semi-aquatic and spends much of its time in terrestrial habitats including forests, meadows, and pastures. Stream degradatation, nest predation, and habitat loss has reduced its numbers in Michigan but is still found in large numbers in good habitat. The Wood Turtle is listed as a Species of Special Concern in Michigan.