BIG Florida Softshell Turtle! #turtles #softshellturtle #wildlife #reptiles | Greg’s Turtle Haven

Softshell Turtle living its best life in the Everglades. ❤️ Here's some important info from FWC on the softshell turtles: Florida softshell turtles will sometimes leave their ponds or streams to look for nesting areas or better habitat. This leads to crossing roads and highways where they can be struck by cars. Habitats and nesting areas of Florida softshell turtles have been lost to development and agriculture. Runoff and pollution can degrade water quality. Fishing lures often attract the atte