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Today over 30 turtle experts from around the United States gathered in New York to honor Dr. Bill McCord — one of the most influential figures in modern turtle science and captive conservation.

From describing new species to sounding the alarm during the Asian turtle crisis of the 1990s, Dr. McCord’s work has shaped how private keepers, veterinarians, and conservationists approach turtle conservation, nomenclature, and captive animal management today.

In this 37-minute feature, we visit his collection, hear stories from longtime colleagues, and take an inside look at one of the most important conservation success stories in turtle history — the captive survival of McCord’s box turtle (Cuora mccordi), a species that has not been found in the wild since 2010.

Inside this video:
• The story behind the McCord Rendezvous
• Rare footage of Cuora mccordi
• Why private breeders are saving species zoos are not
• The Asian turtle crisis explained
• Stories from veterinarians, taxonomists, and field researchers
• What mentorship in turtle science really looks like

This is not just about turtles.
It’s about legacy, mentorship, conservation, and the responsibility of keeping rare species ethically.

If you care about turtle conservation, this one matters.

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CHAPTERS

00:18 I84 Diner – A Personal Memory
01:30 The McCord Rendezvous Begins
02:51 - Fitzroy River Turtle
04:06 Stories from the Early Days with Maurice
08:34 Bill's Impact on Veterinarians
12:40 The Asian Turtle Crisis Explained
20:21 McCord’s Box Turtle (Cuora mccordi)
27:52 Fly River Turtles & Husbandry
33:35 Mentorship & Legacy
34:28 Final Reflections