North American Turtle Research

In Episode 29 of CheloniaCast Jason, Michael, and Ken sit down with Eric Munscher. Eric is a researcher with SWCA Environmental Consultants as well as co-founder of the North American Freshwater Turtle Research Group (NAFTRG). A variety of topics pertaining to North American turtle research are covered, including turtle ecology in various spring systems, growth rates of various species of turtle, turtle movements, upcoming NAFTRG projects in Belize, and much more.

 

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You can learn more about Eric's work at: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Eric-Munscher

You can learn more about the North American Freshwater Turtle Research Group (NAFTRG), and ways you can get involved with this group here: https://turtlesurvival.org/pages/united-states

 

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