Wild Painted Turtle Laying Eggs (I felt so protective!) | KNOW #43

[@KoawNature]

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[@robinmaeellison2668]

You rock ❤

[@diegocastaneda4325]

Literally just found a turtle on the trail I'm walking and thought it was laying eggs. Found your video and confirmed it is indeed laying eggs. Watching over it now🙂

[@christopherwood2290]

A wood turtle comes into my yard every year and lays her eggs in my flower beds. I used to catch turtles growing up. Used to see spotted turtles. Never see them anymore. Only painters.

[@KoawNature]

I see wood turtles so rarely. That's pretty cool you have one laying eggs in your yard.

[@christopherwood2290]

@@KoawNature Yup, like clockwork every year. When the eggs hatch I take the hatchlings to my local vet and he raises them till they are bigger and have a better chance to survive in the wild.

[@KoawNature]

@@christopherwood2290 Ah, very kind of you.

[@WWRRaiders]

That was incredible to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@KoawNature]

Thanks Sharleen. Glad you enjoyed this painted turtle laying her eggs!

[@WWRRaiders]

I have a painted turtle at my house that laid 2 eggs yesterday. I missed getting to see it happen, so seeing your video last night was amazing. My daughter's friend "rescued" the turtle (which she lovingly calls SNURT) and has kept it in a large aquarium these last several years. Had it been me that rescued it, I would have taken Snurt to the nearest large body of water. But, since that's not what happened to this one, I've been enjoying having Snurt as a guest in my home until her owner takes Snurt back. Snurt is a joy to have around. I love her antics and the way she interacts with me and my family.

[@KoawNature]

@@WWRRaiders I'm glad Snurt has brought a bit of joy to your household! Thanks for sharing your anecdote Sharleen.

[@sarahlarson8226]

Amazing treat! To watch a turtle lay eggs in the wild...WOW! Since you started this channel, I’ve seen the world through new eyes. I like the introductions done in the wild. Nice touch.

[@KoawNature]

This was a pleasure to share with you! And I too am liking doing the normal studio stuff outdoors instead.