Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment: Wood Turtle (New York)
Assessment full text
Although this species was identified as not vulnerable to climate change, the following factors increase vulnerability:
- Limited genetic variation within the population
- Sensitive to changes in temperature
- Anthropogenic barriers prevent dispersal or shifts in species' range
The factors below decrease this species' vulnerability to climate change:
- Not restricted by the need for specialized habitat
- Does not require a specialized diet (eats a wide variety of foods)
Ranking
Presumed stable
Confidence
High
Climate scenario
SRES A1B (Mid-range emissions scenario)
Location
New York
Time period
2050
Assessment reference text
Schlesinger, M.D., J.D. Corser, K.A. Perkins, and E.L. White. 2011. Vulnerability of at-risk species to climate change in New York. New York Natural Heritage Program, Albany, NY. Available from: https://connect.natureserve.org/sites/def…
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