06/02/2026
🐢 Every year, The Toronto Zoo helps give Blanding's turtles a head start on life.
As a threatened species in Ontario, many hatchlings face significant challenges in the wild. Through the Blanding's Turtle Headstart Program, young turtles are raised until they're larger and stronger before being released into protected habitats, improving their chances of survival.
For $150, you can name one of this year's Blanding's turtle hatchlings and support the conservation efforts that make this work possible. Your adoption package includes a personalized certificate featuring your turtle's name, a turtle magnet, species fact sheet, charitable tax receipt, and more.
When you name a turtle, you're supporting the conservation efforts that make this work possible.
From incubation supplies and turtle tank heaters to radio transmitters used for tracking turtles after release, every stage of the journey relies on specialized equipment and expert care. Some of these tools include:
🥚 Egg incubation supplies ($25)
☀️ Turtle tank heaters and UV fixtures ($50)
📡 Tracking transmitters ($100)
🏞️ Headstarting tanks ($500)
🔬 Egg incubators and biologger tags ($1,000)
Before this year's turtles are released into the wild, they'll each receive a name. Name yours today by visiting tzwcadopt.ca. Please note that certificates will be sent upon turtle release later in the summer.
