This large female snapping turtle was laying her eggs in the gravel at the side of West Cobalt Road on June 26. Coleman Township has just installed turtle crossing signs on the road at each end to alert motorists of the turtle’s presence. (Staff photo by Sue Nielsen)

Efforts underway to protect nests

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Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Why did the turtle cross the road? To lay eggs in a sunny, warm spot on the gravel shoulder of area roadways. It’s egg-laying…

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Efforts underway to protect nests was last modified: July 3rd, 2019 by Editorial Staff