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Baby turtles

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From: Patti Glumac
City:
Mahomet, IL
Some baby turtles are hatching in my garden. At least I see one has hatched today. The eggs were moved in July when they were discovered during a garden overhaul. They were dug up and returned to the same spot. The person helping me didn't know not to move them. The habitat the mother chose is gone now and there's little cover and food for the babies. Our pond is about 20-25 yards away. Should I move the turtles nearer to the pond? I think they may hatch face down too. Is that a problem? What should I do?

 
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