Turtle Conservancy News and Program Updates
As the weather warms up and the sun shines brighter, it seems like everyone is waking up from their winter slumber – including several species at the Turtle Conservancy that hibernate over winter.
After all, who wouldn't want to bask in the warm sun and soak up some rays after a long, cold winter? Plus, it's the perfect time to start looking for a mate.
Meet our Summer Intern, Lily King! Lily is an upcoming senior at The Thacher School and her internship is focused on a more veterinary aspect of turtle conservation. Lily’s passion for animals caught our eye during her year in our Field Biology and Conservation class and this past month, she has exceeded our expectations by aiding in general animal husbandry tasks, and minor veterinary procedures under supervision that included beak trims, pit tagging, deworming and caring for animals under quarantine protocols. We also had some fun going out into the field and surveying for our native Southwestern Pond Turtles. Lily, we’ve had fun learning alongside you, thank you for your dedication to turtles and for all your help this summer!
