Can you help me identify this turtle?

by nw82
Jun 22, 2005 7:10 PM · 1901 views · 185.5 k · 1200 x 868

Keywords: turtle unknown

I've had these turtles(one is not pictured) for a year now and do not know what species they are. I got them in eastern Massachusetts at a swamp/lake near my home and would like to know what species they are. Thanks for your help!

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turtleturtle

Jun 22, 2005 9:26 PM

That is a Blandings Turtle. They are very awesome turtles, but they are threatened in Massachusetts. You really need a permit to possess any.

theslidermike

Jun 26, 2005 9:39 AM

Thats a Blanding's turtle-Emydoidea blandingii. I don't know about the laws in Mass, but they are protected in most states they occur in. I would contact your local F&G or DNR office to see about the legality of your pets.
~Mike

nw82

Jun 26, 2005 9:40 PM

Thank you for your help! Would you happen to know about how I would go about obtaining a permit for these guys, and do I need to have certain qualifications to do so?
(or where would I find this info)? Thanks

stingray

Jun 27, 2005 11:32 AM

that looks like a bog turtle to me. a nice looking one to!

my bad, it is a blandings.

smvp

Jun 6, 2009 10:33 PM

It is a stretch, but based on the photo it may be a bog turtle. Based on information on turtles in Massachusetts, it is the closest match. It may also be an exotic turtle reliesed in the area where you found it.

Can you help me identify this turtle?

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