Healthy Lakes and Wetlands For Tomorrow - Species at Risk

MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Motorized vehicles allow us to visit remote natural areas in Nova Scotia. They can take us
to places that would otherwise be difficult to easily access. Unfortunately, if we are not
careful they can also harm wildlife, the environment, and ourselves. There are ways that
we can responsibly use motorized vehicles that reduce these negative impacts.
Report oil spills of any size immediately
to the Coast Guard.
Call 1-800-565-1633; note the source, estimated
quantity of the spill, and if it is on land or
water.
Canada Warbler
Eastern Ribbonsnake
Snapping Turtle
AUTOMOBILES:
Keep an eye out on highways, roads, and trails for wildlife.
Road mortality affects creatures large and small (insects, amphibians, birds, mammals) and snakes and
turtles are among the unfortunate victims of road mortality. Turtles can cross the road at any time;
however, you are more likely to encounter adults on the road in June and July and hatchlings from
September to November.
Drive with caution and look out for Blanding’s Turtles when you see these signs.
Large blue signs mark the edges of the known Blanding’s Turtle range, while smaller white signs are
placed where turtles have been observed. The white signs will be displayed in the early summer and fall
when turtles are more likely to cross the road and it is important to keep an eye out for them. Blanding’s
Turtles do not mature until they are 20-25 years old and the loss of one adult turtle can have a big impact
on the population. Hatchling turtles are small and difficult to spot and are run over every year.
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