I was wondering if anyone knows the laws on eastern box turtles in kentucky. I found this http://fw.ky.gov/Wildlife/Pages/Transportation-and-Holding-of-Live-Native-Wildlife.aspx on the kentucky fish and wildlife website and from what I read it seems like there isn't a permit needed to own one but figured I'd rather be safe than sorry. I've been finding a ton on the farm I hunt on but know taking from the wild is wrong and possibly illegal so I'm looking to buy one. I've already set a 13'x3' enclosure in front yard. Anyway I was just wanting to be safe and not get in trouble for ordering an eastern box turtle. All help is greatly appreciated!
Eastern box turtle in Kentucky
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eric joranson
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Bravo on your resisting to take one from the wild. The only time that is really acceptable is if you find one that has been injured; or is sick; and need of rehabilitation. If that happens; as soon as it's well return it to the exact spot you found it; unless its on an open road; then place it on the side that it was heading to. On Cape Cod it's illegal to even handle wild ones; and carries a hefty fine. But I am guilty of moving alot of them; and other turtles off open roads. Even with signs that indicate Turtle Crossing...people just do not seem to slow down.
Thanks for the bravo. I also stop and help turtles cross roads whenever I can. Luckily for me from what I've found kentuckys eastern box turtle laws aren't as strict as cape cods.
eric joranson
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sounds like they are much more numerous in your area. Cape Cod is small sand bar; so most all wildlife is strictly protected. If you have any questions call your local DRN (dept of natural resources); and they will have current laws and restrictions.
Thanks for the confirmation!
