Animals
Aquarium Looking for Volunteers to Track Terrapins — an At Risk Species in Connecticut
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The Maritime Aquarium is currently seeking volunteers to join its Terrapin Tracking Team to protect Northern Diamondback Terrapins, a species of concern in the State of Connecticut. Virtual training sessions will be held on Tuesday, March 28, and Monday, April 3 at 7 p.m. for those interested in joining the team. — an announcement from The Maritime Aquarium
“As a species of concern in Connecticut, Northern Diamondback Terrapins population is considered low and at risk without human intervention,” said Tom Naiman, vice president of education at the aquarium. “Community scientists who join our Terrapin Tracking Team will play a critical role is monitoring our local population, which will inform scientists who study local ecosystems,” Naiman said. These terrapins can be found in the brackish water off the coast.