Rare, lethargic Platysternon megacephalum being trained to regain its wild side
Since arriving at the World Freshwater Aquarium Aquatotto Gifu in June 2015, the turtle has appeared devoid of all drive, mainly staying idle in the corner of its tank. Yuka Kondo, a 26-year-old animal trainer at Aquatotto Gifu, is currently helping the lethargic big-headed turtle reclaim its wild side. Click the link to find out more…
Turtle News From Around the World
Conservation
UK:- Rare Astrochelys yniphora saved from smugglers make zoo debut: video
US:- Great Lakes CU helping to sponsor Myrtle the turtle
Crime & Punishment
India:- Though the net tightens, India remains hub for turtle trade
Egypt:- Alexandria’s governor intervenes to save sea turtles from illegal poaching
China:- More than 3,300 smuggled tortoises seized in S. China customs
India:- 1500 turtles get three arrested in Bengal!
Ecology
India:- Tagged Lepidochelys olivacea return to Gahiramatha for nesting
Health & Medical
US:- Sea turtle rescue at St. Augustine municipal marina
USA:- Why Crowds Flock to Rehabilitated Sea Turtle Releases
Cyprus:- Rescued Caretta caretta released
Miscellany
India:- Forest department raises objection to building sea wall
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Photo from Takuro Yamano.
