The Box Turtle is the state reptile for NC. It is one of the most commonly encountered reptiles throughout hthe state especially after heavy spring and summer rains. They are largely terrestrial unlike the other turtles of the region.
They can be found throughout this area. The specimen below was found in southern Surry Co. and the others were found in Carroll Co. at an elevation above 2,000 ft.
They get their name from the hinge like lower shell or plastron's ability to close using a hinge like structure. Males have a concave platron, as seen in this specimen, while a females will be flat or slightly convex.
They feed on a wide variety of items including berries and various invertebrates such as worms and insects.
They can be found throughout this area. The specimen below was found in southern Surry Co. and the others were found in Carroll Co. at an elevation above 2,000 ft.
They get their name from the hinge like lower shell or plastron's ability to close using a hinge like structure. Males have a concave platron, as seen in this specimen, while a females will be flat or slightly convex.
They feed on a wide variety of items including berries and various invertebrates such as worms and insects.
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