Look out for box turtles in the road!
Only move them if it is safe to do so.
found statewide
HABITAT: open prairies, sandy soil
FOOD: insects, plants carrion
Three-toed Box Turtle
found in eastern OK
HABITAT: woodlands, thickets
FOOD: snails, earthworms, insects, carrion, plants, fungi, fruits
Did you know…
– lifespan can be 50+ years
– survival of young is low
– very active April-June
– avoid turtles on the road!
