As the air cools and the autumnal sun fills the sky, you will see a surge of animal life in urban areas. The animals need to cross our roads to find food. We need to drive our roads to get food. Stay alert, drive with caution, don’t speed, and keep the roads safe for all creatures this season!
Every year during the spring nesting season, female turtles carrying eggs are killed by vehicle collisions.
Every year during the fall hatching season, baby turtles seeking marsh refuge are crushed by vehicles too.
If this vehicular carnage continues, turtle populations in the area will continue to decline. Certain species are already listed as endangered.
The Dundas Turtle Watch is working to stop the slaughter.
If you would like to help, please Contact Us.
The following 60 second video covers a year’s rewards of being a Turtle Watch volunteer:
For more photos and full length videos, visit our Media Gallery.
Thank you.
Courtesy of Catherine Shimmell & Pete Hurrell
