Turtles in Maryland – 21 Species That are Found Here
Maryland is home to 20 species of turtles. Most of these turtles are native to the region and include the Snapping turtles, common map turtle, spiny softshell turtles, spotted turtles, and the rare bog turtle species. Additionally, Maryland has 5 sea turtle species which include the green sea, leatherback, loggerhead, Kemp ridley, and hawksbill sea…