Nesting Ecology of the Northwestern Pond Turtle on a Managed Livestock Rangeland
Nesting Ecology of the Northwestern Pond Turtle on a Managed Livestock Rangeland

Abstract
Western Pond Turtles (WPT) are California's only freshwater turtle and are experiencing major population declines across their range. There is a limited published research on their resting behavior, including key information on their nest site characteristics.
SSU Science Symposium
Project Date: Spring 2025
Student:
- Katarina Rivinius, Melissa Rodriguez, Madison Stein
Faculty:
- Dr. Nicholas Geist
Department:
- Biology
Location:
- Sonoma State University