Butter, my largest Eastern Female began digging around 8pm tonight, just 4 weeks out of a 5 month hibernation. This is the first time she has nested while with me. I don't have too much history on her but I assume she has nested many times before. At 5.75"/620g, she's not a small girl for an Eastern Boxie.
Yes, there are turtles buried all around her. Sort of a precarious choice for a nesting site. Ironically, pappa is being used as a footstool during the nesting process (just behind her). Who says turtles aren't paternal?!
Wish her luck!
Paul
