Life expectancy for a box turtle averages 25-35 years. According to the Virginia Herpetological Society, individual turtles have been “notorious” for living as long as humans – or longer.

“There was little discussion and not much of the ribbing Barker endured when the House committee ... range,” Apodaca said. Habitat loss is a huge challenge. As more land is developed, there are fewer ...

According to Nickell, it's important for box turtle owners to be mindful of what its diet consists of. Some owners have a tendency to focus on one food item.