As we build out the turtle habitat at the Virginia Zoo, we wanted to introduce you to the turtles that will live here! First up is a construction update, and then we get to the main point. Because I don’t know that much about turtles, I decided to interview one of the zoo keepers, a turtle specialist, about exactly what we’ll need to make this the perfect turtle haven.

Keep watching to hear all about the two main turtles: Alligator snapping turtle Diamondback terrapin Then see a preview of some other animals that will live in this new home including spider turtles, bog turtles, Eastern box turtles, wood turtles, and more!