Wood turtles are native to much of our state, but like many species, their survival is facing multiple challenges. Susquehannock Wildlife Society in Harford County is working with the Maryland Zoo and the state Department of Natural Resources to protect the future of the wood turtle.

Scott McDaniel, president of the Susquehannock Wildlife Society, and John Garrison, conservation director, explain how radio telemetry helps them find and protect turtle nests. 

Links:
Video: Radio telemetry process
Video: Wood turtle stomp behavior
Wood Turtle Research Recap

Wood turtles are native to much of our state, but like many species, their survival is facing multiple challenges. <a href="https://www.susquehannockwildlife.org/">Susquehannock Wildlife Society</a> in Harford County is working with the Maryland Zoo and the state Department of Natural Resources to protect the future of the wood turtle.
Scott McDaniel, president of the Susquehannock Wildlife Society, and John Garrison, conservation director, explain how radio telemetry helps them find and protect turtle nests. 
Links: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmD866iFtJE">Video: Radio telemetry process</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5QaF9JP0rI">Video: Wood turtle stomp behavior</a> <a href="https://www.susquehannockwildlife.org/2022/11/29/wood-turtle-research-recap/">Wood Turtle Research Recap</a>

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