Turtles
Three-toed Box Turtle
Terrapene triunguis
Across the regions where it's common, the Three-toed Box Turtle peaks from April to September.
Shows up in 10 ecoregions and 7 states
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Turtles
Three-toed Box Turtle
Terrapene triunguis
Description
The three-toed box turtle (Terrapene triunguis) is a species within the genus of hinge-shelled turtles commonly referred to as box turtles. Three-toed box turtles have a domed shell which grows to 5–7 inches (13–18 cm) in length.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Its northernmost range is in Missouri and Kansas, while the southernmost one is in Louisiana. An example of this occurs in the eastern Mississippi valley, where this species is difficult to distinguish from the eastern box turtle.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
In Arkansas, three-toed box turtles were observed in grasslands in late spring, while in early spring, summer, and late fall they were found in forested areas. Brumation is common in three-toed box turtles in order to preserve energy during cold months.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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States
About the Three-toed Box Turtle
When is the Three-toed Box Turtle most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Three-toed Box Turtle peaks from April to September.
Where does the Three-toed Box Turtle live?
It has enough records to show in 10 ecoregions and 7 states, including Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.