Georgia Rejects Terrapin Crab Pot Rules, Starts Survey
The Georgia Board of Natural Resources turned down a petition to require protections for diamondback terrapins against crab pots on October 30, 2025. Instead, state wildlife experts will launch a statewide survey and study ways to shield these turtles from drowning in traps along the coast. This decision comes amid growing concerns from conservation groups about declining terrapin populations in Georgia’s marshes. The board’s vote highlights a balance between research…










