Snapping Turtle (laying eggs) – 6/9/05

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 6/9/05

Observation Time: 7:00 a.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond Road

Common Name: Snapping Turtle

Scientific Name: Chelydra serpentina

Comments: Snapping turtles lay their eggs in early to mid June. The eggs hatch in late summer.

More Information: Tufts Wildlife Clinic and Mass Audubon’s guide to turtle species