Iowa is home to 13 wild turtle species, nearly all of which are in need of conservation action, ... Ornate box turtles, and eastern musk turtles are listed as threatened, ...

Seven of the state's 10 native turtle species are listed as threatened, endangered or special ... As a signal of unease, he began to "musk." No, not that Musk. He began secreting a strong ...

Blanding's turtle is a threatened species in Iowa. (Photo by Iowa DNR) Iowa is home to 13 wild turtle species, nearly all of which are in need of conservation action, or are endangered due to a ...