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Conservationists Safeguard Northwestern Pond Turtles from Threats

10/11/2025

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Conservationists in Yamhill County, Oregon, protect the Northwestern Pond Turtle.
Habitat loss, invasive predators, and illegal collection threaten the species.
Biologist Susan Barnes monitors a site where more than 500 turtles have been tagged.
Recent trapping efforts yielded a significant catch, indicating a healthy local population.
Barnes notes that invasive American bullfrogs pose a major threat to juvenile turtles and urges the public to avoid disturbing wild turtles.

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Story summary

Conservationists in Yamhill County, Oregon, protect the Northwestern Pond Turtle.
Habitat loss, invasive predators, and illegal collection threaten the species.
Biologist Susan Barnes monitors a site where more than 500 turtles have been tagged.
Recent trapping efforts yielded a significant catch, indicating a healthy local population.
Barnes notes that invasive American bullfrogs pose a major threat to juvenile turtles and urges the public to avoid disturbing wild turtles.