The first turtle documented in Muir Woods in three decades! The elusive reptile appeared to be relaxing, enjoying the warmth of the spot he'd chosen.
His sudden appearance in Muir Woods this July is a sign of two exciting things... this turtle braved a "herculean" voyage five miles upstream over a period of two months.
According to GGNPS, there are only two remaining native freshwater turtle species left in California. This one is a Northwestern Pond Turtle.
If this turtle could speak, he "would have stories to tell about the restoration of Redwood Creek in Muir Woods," GGNPS said.
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