School Mascot - University of Maryland Athletics
WEBJun 7, 2018 · The terrapin, a turtle native to the Chesapeake Bay, seemed a great choice and a logical one coming from Byrd. His native Crisfield, Maryland, was famous for its terrapins. While the origin of the terrapin as school mascot is well known, why the mascot was named Testudo is more mysterious.
__ the Turtle: University of Maryland catchphrase - LATSolver.com
WEBFeb 23, 2024 · On this page you will find the __ the Turtle: University of Maryland catchphrase crossword puzzle clue answers and solutions. This clue was last seen on February 23 2024 at the popular LA Times Crossword Puzzle.
Testudo (mascot) - Wikipedia
WEBTestudo, a diamondback terrapin, is the mascot of the University of Maryland, College Park and represents the university both at sporting events and as a more general symbol. Testudo has served as the school's mascot since the 1930s, and several statues of the terrapin exist on the school's campus.
Testudo the Diamondback Terrapin, College Park, Maryland
WEBTestudo, the mascot of the University of Maryland (UMD), sits in front of McKeldin Library. It's a large bronze statue of a diamondback terrapin, an animal known for its ability to bite off the hands and feet of the unwary.
Standing the Testudo of Time - Maryland Today
WEBJan 26, 2024 · For UMD’s 150th anniversary, 50 formidable fiberglass Testudos were transformed into a variety of personas—from a tribute to the Chesapeake Bay and a Mighty Sound of Maryland drum major to a Mutant Ninja Turtle and a spangly disco ball.
Testudo (mascot) - Wikiwand
WEBTestudo, a diamondback terrapin, is the mascot of the University of Maryland, College Park and represents the university both at sporting events and as a more general symbol. Testudo has served as the school's mascot since the 1930s, and several statues of the terrapin exist on the school's campus.
Why are Maryland’s Sports Teams Called Terps?
WEBMay 23, 2017 · The history of the diamondback terrapin turtle in Maryland can be traced at least as far back as the Native Americans with two important contemporary milestones that led to the University of Maryland mascot and team name – the Terps.
Diamondback Terrapins - Maryland Sea Grant
WEBAug 12, 2024 · The diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) is the official state reptile of Maryland and the mascot of the University of Maryland, College Park. Here are some facts about this important reptile and symbol. The diamondback terrapin lives in estuaries and bays from Cape Cod south to Texas.
Maryland Athletics - University of Maryland Official Athletic Site
WEBApr 4, 2013 · Testudo is a Diamondback turtle. Like some other famous personages born into the Depression of the 1930s, the derivation of his name is cloudy. But it is likely that his moniker is derived from the scientific classification for turtle (testudines).
Maryland's Beloved Mascot: Testudo Through the Ages
WEBFor nearly a century, our legendary mascot has captured Terps' hearts: Testudo! Forever the iconic statue whose nose we rub for good luck, Testudo has taken many forms throughout the years. No matter how UMD evolves or grows, Testudo will always be there to help guide us Fearlessly Forward.