Has Grace Been Found?
Turtle Guardians received a vague report from a woman locally. Although she submitted a picture there was no data associated with it and she could not verify that she took …
Do freshwater turtles gather together for the winter in Ontario? And the role of wetlands in stabilizing populations.
Hibernation is commonly observed in many species of animals, especially those inhabiting Northern regions where there are significant drops in temperature during the winter months. In Ontario, freshwater turtles are …
Ecopassages – the reason why the turtle didn’t cross the road!
As humans continue to build infrastructure through natural landscapes and wetlands, negative impacts on biodiversity increase. Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth seen in the many different …
Our first turtle underpass jump-out fencing as been installed!
Road shoulders are very attractive nesting sites for turtles because they have the perfect mixture of sand/gravel for turtles to lay eggs while also providing excellent sun exposure. This, in …
Have You Seen the Drama Queen of The Land Between?
Did you know that snakes play an important role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem? They help control rodent populations and also provide food for other predators. The snake gets a …
Saving Grace – In Haliburton and Central TLB
Grace, is an ancient snapping turtle, whose hibernation site is near the Haliburton Highlands Secondary School and feeding grounds extend across 2 lakes at over 40km radius and across busy …
It Takes 60 Years to Replace Just One…
We are seeking turtle-monitors for summer 2021 and here is why… It can take up to 60 years for one turtle to be replaced in nature. Turtles are keystone species …
Creating a Sustainable Turtle Tunnel
When it comes to turtles, road mortality is the leading cause of population decline (second to poaching for the pet trade). To stop the decline of turtle populations The Land Between charity …