Can a False Map Turtle survive in the wild in SW Washington State?

No


They live in Mississippi River from St. Croiz, Wisconsin and upper Mississippi River south through Louisiana and east TexasCan a False Map Turtle survive in the wild in SW Washington State?
DO NOT RELEASE THE TURTLE!





There are numerous potential negative consequences of doing this, but the most obvious is the ecological damage that introduced invasive species can cause. Red eared turtles, for example, are considered a pest throughout the world, in areas that they have been released by ignorant pet keepers that no longer wanted them.


Other problems include introduced diseases and genetic pollution.


Please don't contribute to the problem by releasing the turtle!Can a False Map Turtle survive in the wild in SW Washington State?
Never release a turtle. I don't know which will do more damage, its death or its survival. The best thing to do is to find a local herpetological society. One of the members will take it. Posting a notice on a veterinarian's bulletin board is good too. You can also put up flyers or advertise. Craigslist.org is free.
If you have one please don't let it go in the wild it will not survive. There are many reptile/ amphibian rescues, just check out www.petfinder.com for one in your area.