Oldest well-documented Blanding's Turtle recaptured at reserve at age 83

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 13:51 in Biology & Nature

A female Blanding's turtle believed to be at least 83 years old was captured at a forest reserve this week. Researchers say it is the oldest well-documented Blanding's turtle and one of the oldest-known freshwater turtles.

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