I recently found a dehydrated box turtle that had been hit by a car in the middle of the road. Rocki (the turtle) is fine and wasn’t injured by the car. However, I have never owned a turtle before, and I feel the need to be cautious about how I treat her. I would hate […]
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Jun 29
Jun 29
Sea turtle with only three flippers digs nest
By Herp News A female green sea turtle has displayed a champion’s ability to overcome obstacles. The turtle was rescued from a crab trap line off Key West four years ago, with a left front flipper so badly damaged it had to be amputated. Released after rehabilitation, the turtle – nicknamed Margarita – was discovered […]
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