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The Elusive Bog Turtle (And Friends)

In this 1-hour presentation, Amy will share her knowledge of the Bog Turtle including its habitat requirements, threats, the types of investigations that are often legally required for a variety of land disturbance activities, the regulations in place to protect the species and their potential effects on land development projects. Key identifying taxonomic characteristics of the other semi-aquatic turtles that share their wetland habitat will also be covered.

The presentation will end with a short hike to the ponds to look for basking turtles, wetland plants, and, (if there’s time and interest), a demonstration of radio-telemetry; a technique using transmitters that emit radio pulses used to track the movements of individual turtles with a directional antenna. Please wear shoes appropriate for walking on the paved and well-maintained paths and trails of Mt Cuba.

• Date: October 17, 2024
• Location: Mt. Cuba Center
• Address:Lecture Room 1 in Copeland House
  3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707
• Time: 4 – 6:00 PM

Cost: $35 for Members | $50 for Non-Members

Light refreshments and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. The cost of the event includes a General Admission Ticket allowing attendees to explore all the gardens, which close at 6pm. Please note that the speed limit on the main driveway is 15MPH.

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