Eastern Box Turtles

The two Eastern Box Turtles at Chattanooga Nature Center came from UTC Wildlife rehab in January 2001 and November 2003. 

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They enjoy eating brightly colored fruits and vegetables along with insects two days a week in the spring and summer months. They can be seen basking in the warmth of their overhead lamp, taking a nice soak in their water dish, or “hiding” in their turtle cave inside the CNC Visitor Center.