National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
bog turtle
Regions
Delaware, United StatesNew Jersey, United StatesConnecticut, United States
Population
2,500
Habitat
Wetlands, bogs, and other shallow, slow-moving bodies of water with abundant vegetation and muddy substrates
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
Between 110 to 170 g... and Up to 20 to 30 years in the wild
Regions
Delaware, United States, New Jersey, United States, Connecticut, United States, Maryland, United States, New York, United States, North Carolina, United States, Pennsylvania, United States, South Carolina, United States, Tennessee, United States, Virginia, United States, Massachusetts, United States, Georgia, United States
The Bog Turtle (Glyptemys muhlenbergii) is a turtle species found in the eastern United States currently facing extinction. With an estimated remaining population of fewer than 2,500 individuals, it is highly threatened. The primary threats to the Bog Turtle include habitat loss, degradation, and fragmentation due to agriculture, urbanization, and invasive species. Conservation efforts involve wetland restoration, land protection, and monitoring programs to ensure the survival of this critically endangered turtle species.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
