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Ask Maine Audubon: Turtles are returning, so watch out for them on the roadways
Wildlife questions from real Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox
By DOUG HITCHCOX
Photo by Ariana van den Akker
For the second spring in a row, I have found a baby turtle in my yard. Why would they be hatching in late March or early April? I see turtles laying eggs in the yard, usually in June. They come from a small pond and brook-fed wet area behind my house. The Saco River is across the street, but not within sight and about a quarter-mile away. This guy, I believe a snapper, appeared to be headed in the direction of the river. Thanks for any explanation you have.