Lady Slipper Presages Turtle Nesting

Pink Lady Slipper in SouthCoast Woodlands

When lady slippers bloom in SouthCoast woodlands, turtle nesting is imminent.  This morning we spotted a beautiful flower blossoming in Marion’s Washburn Park.

Pink Landy Slipper

With lady slippers in bloom, the next burst of heat, steamy sunshine or booming thunderstorms will serve as a “Green Flag”  for momma turtles to begin the mad dash to nest.  Ladies, start your engines!

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