Blanding

Blanding is a name used for several subjects in geography, biology, and personal names. It is most commonly encountered in reference to Blanding, Utah; Blanding's turtle, a species named after the American naturalist William Blanding; and as a surname borne by various individuals.

Blanding, Utah is a small city located in San Juan County in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Utah. It serves as a regional hub for surrounding rural communities and provides access to the nearby canyonlands and natural areas.

Blanding's turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) is a freshwater turtle native to eastern and central North America. It inhabits shallow wetlands, marshes, and ponds, and has a diet that includes both plant and animal matter. The species is named in honor of William Blanding, an American naturalist who collected specimens in the early 19th century. Across its range, habitat loss, wetland alteration, and road mortality are common conservation concerns.

Blanding is also a surname. Notable individuals with the surname include William Blanding (1774–1857), the American naturalist after whom the turtle is named, among others who have carried the name in various professions.