Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz

"Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz" by John M. Legler is a detailed scientific study from the 1950s, that explores every nook and cranny of the ornate box turtle's life. Spanning from September 1953 to July 1957, the author's work provides a complete look at the turtle's world. It looks into where they live, how they grow, how they make more turtles, and their place in the environment. Using both field observations and lab work, the study aims to uncover the secrets of these turtles, from their everyday routines and special features to how they reproduce. The book starts by laying down the basics, like where these turtles are found, what kind of places they like to call home, how they act when it's time to mate, and why they matter to the environment, setting up the reader for a deep investigation into the life of the ornate box turtle.