This year has been nothing short of extraordinary for our conservation team, marked by groundbreaking research, historic milestones, and rare discoveries that underscore the importance of persistence and collaboration in protecting wildlife. A Historic First for Headstarted Turtles In June, … Continued
As many of you know, Zoo New England has been working hard to uncover the mystery behind wood turtle mortalities at several of our field sites. When we release our headstarted turtles back into the wild, we track a number … Continued
Field biologists and veterinarians working together to save turtles From Jimmy Welch, ZNE Senior Field Conservationist: This past July, as turtle nesting season was coming to a close, there was still one turtle I was on the lookout for: Blanding’s … Continued
The Diamondback Terrapin represents one of Massachusetts’ most remarkable reptiles—a species uniquely adapted to life in brackish coastal waters. Distinguished by their diamond-patterned shells and extraordinary ability to process both fresh and salt water, these turtles are the only North … Continued
For six consecutive summers, ZNE conservation biologists have donned their waders and ventured into the ponds of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University to survey aquatic biodiversity. This ongoing collaboration has provided invaluable insights into urban wildlife populations and the … Continued