Citizen Science project collecting data on released pet terrapin distribution and welfare. University of Kent, National Centre for Reptile Welfare and BHS.
South East, England
Joined July 2011
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A yellow-bellied slider with really striking markings. Thanks Johnathan for this sighting 👍
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#education #public #greenspace #ponds #lakes #pet #parks #citizenscience #research #rivers
A map turtle (often referred to as ‘sawbacks’) out basking at the weekend in a northeast London park.
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You can clearly see the ridges (keel) running along the vertebral scutes on the top of the carapace (upper shell) and the distinct contour lines across the skin like topography on a map. They often have serrated marginal scutes (around the rear outer edges of the shell).
Thank you to Andy for continued support and submissions of sightings each year. Report sightings to turtletally.co.uk
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A few more females reported out and about. Here’s an adult female yellow-bellied slider found on land wandering recently.
Report sightings to: turtletally.co.uk
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This week we received reports of turtles wandering, digging or nesting. Finding soft sunny dirt patches but this female has dug a patch of lawn to uncover the soil underneath.
#canal #education #sun #nonnative #public #terrapin #wildlifephotography #invasive #citizenscience
It’s been great to see the paddleboarding community help with our citizen science research. Thank you to Rochelle for this sighting.
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This often allows us to gain data in locations that are less urbanised and not by roads or footpaths where there’s higher numbers of people likely to see them.
Check out our website: turtletally.co.uk
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Thank you for your recent sightings, with the warm sunny weather they’re out basking and taking in the sun.
Report yours sightings to: turtletally.co.uk
#education #nonnative #terrapin #Turtle #pet #river #animals #citizenscience #wildlifephotography #nature #public #park
being found walking on land which will likely be females seeking to nest especially with the rain making the soil soft and more easy to dig.
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Turtle Tally UK retweeted
Local Action Groups across Britain are working to protect their local environment s by tackling invasive non-native species.
If you enjoy spending time outdoors, why not join them?
Find out more 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv… #Invasivespecies #INNS
Turtle Tally UK retweeted
It’s #INNSweek 2025!
Everyone can help prevent the spread of invasive non-native plants and animals to:
- protect the environment
- reduce economic costs
Watch our video then catch up on all the action so far 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv… #INNS #invasivespecies
Day 5: Invasive Species Week
Thank you to Local Action Groups (LAGs) 👏🤝🫶with numerous volunteers working on invasive species management.
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Day 4: Invasive Species Week
Guidance for rescues and veterinary practices on Species of Special Concern.
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Day 2: Invasive Species Week
Check - Clean - Dry: How to make sure we’re not to spreading invasive species when carrying out activities 👍
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A fantastic Conservation Evening at SEA LIFE Brighton this week. Speakers covered marine and freshwater turtle research and conservation. Incredible rehab and repatriation facility at the site and a great opportunity to share all of our work. A great night!
Raystede FREE Family Learning Days: A Terrapin’s Tale
May Half Term: 28th and 29th
Come along and see us!
Book tickets here: raystede.org/family-learning…
2019 - 2024, 1500+ turtles reported to us! Imagine how many more are living in ponds and lakes. Imagine if each turtle had an owner = 1500 people released these animals (or had an escapee). Education is needed when buying as a pet.
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These animals need large pools to swim and move freely. They need a basking area and substrate, appropriate lighting, heating and filtration. If kept outside they need secure fencing to stop them from escaping. They live more 40 years, a huge commitment for a pet owner. #think
We’ve received photos from Lex, in Southampton, who’s seen these turtles over several days using this log to bask. The weather has certainly come out and they’re making the most of it.
Report sightings to: turtletally.co.uk
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