Native Turtles In Idaho
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Idaho has no native turtle species.
Most US states have at least one native turtle, but Idaho is one of the few exceptions. It’s mainly due to:
- Cold climate in much of the state
- Mountainous terrain that’s not ideal for turtles
- Lack of suitable slow-moving freshwater habitats where most turtles thrive
Some turtles might wander in from nearby states, but they’re not considered native or naturally established populations.
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