PLACES TO STAY
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near Rideau River corridor near Ottawa, ON, has a healthy Snapping Turtle population in slow-moving water, Canada
Rideau River corridor near Ottawa, ON, has a healthy Snapping Turtle population in slow-moving water, Canada is one of the top spots to sight Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.
Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina)
BEST TIME TO SEE
Mid-June when females travel overland to nest; early morning at the edges of marshes and slow rivers in southern Ontario and Quebec.
SIGHTING TIP
June. Watch for females crossing roads to nest in southern Ontario; early morning at marshes and slow rivers from May to October.
Coordinates
45.4000°N, 75.7000°W
HABITAT
Shallow muddy-bottomed lakes, rivers, and wetlands with abundant aquatic vegetation
CONSERVATION STATUS
Special Concern
Hotels and Stays Nearby
Within 25 Km
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