City Of St. Peters: Helping Turtles Cross The Road

Press release from the City of St. Peters:

May 25, 2021

Why did the turtle cross the road?

... To search for mates and nesting sites in late spring and early summer!

Turtles crossing the street is no joke; it's a part of their nature to search for mates and nesting grounds. Unfortunately, roadways and vehicles are a dangerous obstacle for our slow-moving, scaly friends. Here are a few ways to help out when you see a turtle crossing a roadway:

Keep these tips in mind next time you go out on the road and need to help out a turtle crossing by!

This press release was produced by the City of St. Peters. The views expressed here are the author’s own.