Turtles

Authors

James F. Fowler, Wildlife Specialist, Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge
Jimmy L. Avery, Area Aquaculture Agent, Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge

Date of this Version

1-1994

Abstract

Turtles (Terrapene carolina) occur on all continents except Antarctica. Any permanent body of water is a potential home for turtles. Turtles are seldom a pest to people. Most turtles are not protected by state laws.