…but not the kind you’d think! Regular readers may recall our project from earlier this year to improve nesting and foraging habitat for wood turtles at one of our regular field sites along Nashoba Brook in Acton, MA. The first-pass mowing and scarification were a great start, but … Continued
One of the toughest things about working with wild animals is often finding them in the first place! Turtles are no exception – all of our native turtle species make use of camouflage to protect themselves from predators, which also makes it … Continued
A beaver slaps its tail in the marsh. White-tailed deer drink at the water’s edge. A Northen harrier soars overhead and piliated woodpeckers call in forest. Numerous dragonflies, damselflies, and bees buzz and whiz by among the pond lilies and aquatic smartweed. Among them several species of frogs and fish lurk in the water below. Where am I? New Hampshire? Surely somewhere at least … Continued
Headstarting turtles has been a major component of Zoo New England’s wildlife conservation efforts for several years. The headstart program benefits a number of turtle species by raising their vulnerable young in captivity for the first 9 months of their … Continued
As many of you have certainly noticed, it’s been an odd summer in terms of weather. June was off-the-charts hot; tying the all-time heat record for several different days here in Eastern Mass. On June 30th, Boston hit 100 degrees, … Continued