Caution--turtle crossing
I went for a morning jog in my Andover neighborhood this morning and came across a woman who had stopped her SUV full of young children to escort a turtle across the road. This was the second time in two days that I came across this same situation, that is, a turtle being guided across a roadway by a concerned citizen. Not being a turtle expert, I can’t say for sure whether or not this was an Eastern Box turtle, or a Blandings Turtle — two species which inhabit the area and which are rare and/or endangered–or perhaps just some other more common species. However, it struck me not only as a nice gesture but another reminder of the natural environment and resources we have to enjoy here in Andover. Not only to we have friendly neighborhoods, good schools and people who care about the community, but we’ve got acres of conservation land and walking trails to enjoy right in our own backyards. Have questions about living in Andover or North Andover? Give me call! In the meantime drive carefully—that spot in the road just might be one of our four-legged friends!
