Effectiveness of nest site restoration for the endangered northern map turtle : report 2 : use of artificial nesting sites and wildlife exclusion fences to enhance nesting success : research summary.
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2016-10-01
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Abstract:The Northern Map Turtle, is a state Endangered Species, found only in the
lower Susquehanna River in Maryland. The only area where nests of this
species are not heavily impacted by predators is in the town of Port Deposit.
However, turtles nesting in Port Deposit must often cross a gravel parking lot
with constant vehicular traffic to reach the nesting sites. Turtles may become
disoriented by human disturbance and move away from the river, towards
Maryland Route 222, the main roadway through the town. In addition, the soil in
which the turtles are nesting is heavily compacted and turtles often abandon
nest sites after unsuccessful nesting attempts.
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