
Preview | Turtle Time
Preview: 9/21/2023 | 20sVideo has Closed Captions
The bog turtle, NC’s state reptile, a turtle rescue team and the longleaf pine ecosystem.
Discover why North America’s tiniest turtle is in trouble, how development is threatening NC’s state reptile and why the longleaf pine ecosystem is disappearing. Plus, meet the all-volunteer Turtle Rescue Team at NC State’s vet school.
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Preview | Turtle Time
Preview: 9/21/2023 | 20sVideo has Closed Captions
Discover why North America’s tiniest turtle is in trouble, how development is threatening NC’s state reptile and why the longleaf pine ecosystem is disappearing. Plus, meet the all-volunteer Turtle Rescue Team at NC State’s vet school.
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