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Originally Posted by Nana2Teddy
Interesting! This explains why at Fenney Nature Trail we regularly see yellow caution tape protecting the sunny sections of the sandy walking path that meanders around and through the shady areas under the many Live Oak trees. There’s always a sign posted next to these sectioned off areas warning walkers not to disturb the turtle nests, which are completely hidden underground.
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The female gopher turtle lays the eggs under the dirt at the mound around the entrance