This western painted turtle is showing off his swimming skills during PT! He came to us from Valley, NE, after surviving a lawn mower accident and has spent the winter healing his shell injuries in our Reptile Nursey. Now he’s making waves and proving that nothing can slow down a turtle with determination! 🐢🌊 National Wildlife Day is almost here, and we have an urgent goal: 500 donors by February 22. Every contribution makes a difference—whether it’s $10 or $100. Pledge your monthly gift today

Fun Fact: Some species of turtles such as the painted turtle can essentially breathe through their butts underwater. The oxygen dissolved in the water is absorbed by the blood vessels in their cloacae.🐢🍑🫧 #naturalhabitatshorts #naturalhabitat #naturalhabitok | Natural Habitat Shorts