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Blanding's turtle

Blanding's turtle
Photo: Holbrook, John Edwards, 1794-1871 (English Wikipedia) · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Blanding's turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) is an omnivorous reptile native to North America.

Scientific name
Emydoidea blandingii
Class
Reptile
Family / order
Testudines
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
North America
Weight
1 kg
Lifespan
77 years
Activity
Cathemeral
Conservation status
Endangered

What does a Blanding's turtle eat?

The blanding's turtle is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a Blanding's turtle?

The blanding's turtle weighs around 1 kg.

How long do Blanding's turtles live?

In the wild, the blanding's turtle can live up to about 77 years.

Where do Blanding's turtles live?

Blanding's turtles are found in North America, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the blanding's turtle endangered?

The blanding's turtle is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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