Hand-Harvesting Turtles from Shallow Freshwater Ponds

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Finding Turtles in Shallow Ponds

Use a 5-prong fork to find wild turtles in muddy ponds. Press the fork into wet soil at a 45° angle. Check spots near the shore where water is shallow. Good areas show oval marks (8-10cm wide) or bubble trails in mud.

How to Probe

Push the center prong 15cm deep to feel for hard shells. Move side prongs (2nd/3rd) at 30° angles to sense round edges. Lightly scrape outer prongs (4th/5th) just under mud surface. When you hit something hard:

A turtle feels bouncy and round

Rocks feel stiff with no curve

Hand Capture Method

If you find a turtle:

Dig with hands 10cm from spot

Make a circle around the hard object

Grab the turtle’s back edge firmly

Thumb on top shell

Fingers under belly

Lift quickly from water

Helpful Tips

Pour warm water (35°C) upstream; turtles move toward heat

Best time: Afternoon (25-28°C water)

Work slowly to keep mud clear

Always wear waterproof gloves

This simple method helps find turtles safely.