Tortoise Found Wandering Streets of Brooklyn

Veterinarians in Brooklyn were surprised and pleased to find a tortoise wandering the streets this week. The resilient reptile was taken to a local veterinary hospital for evaluation and has been deemed healthy and fit for release back into the wild.

The tortoise is believed to be a Red-footed Tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonaria), a species which is native to Central and South America but has been known to occasionally wander northward. The tortoise is reddish-brown in color with yellow markings on its feet, head, and neck.

Janet McConnaughey, a spokesperson for the veterinary hospital, said that they believe the tortoise was recently abandoned by its previous owner and encouraged anyone who may have lost or misplaced a tortoise to contact them so they can be reunited with their pet.

Red-footed Tortoises are considered a medium-sized species, typically growing to around 12 inches in length. They are herbivorous animals that feed on leaves, flowers, fruit, and small invertebrates. These gentle creatures can live for up to 40 years when properly cared for.

Tortoise Believed to Have Escaped from New York City Pet Store

A tortoise believed to have escaped from a pet store in New York City has been found in Pennsylvania.

Employees of the pet store, located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, noticed that the tortoise was missing on Saturday. Surveillance footage showed that the tortoise, who is about ten inches long and named Franklin, had apparently escaped through a crack in the door.

Franklin's disappearance created quite a stir on social media, with many people wondering how he could have made it all the way to Pennsylvania.

But it turns out that Franklin had an accomplice.

Pennsylvania resident Patrick Butler saw the tortoise wandering around his yard and recognized him from social media. Butler called the pet store, and employees were able to pick Franklin up and bring him back to New York.

It's not clear how Franklin ended up in Butler's yard, but he is said to be in good condition.

NYPD Asks Public's Help in Locating Owner of Tortoise Found Wandering Streets of Brooklyn

The New York Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating the owner of a tortoise that was found wandering the streets of Brooklyn earlier this week.

According to police, the tortoise was found on Monday morning by a passerby near the intersection of Gates Avenue and Franklin Avenue. The tortoise is described as being about 8 inches long and having a dark brown shell.

There have been no reports of any missing tortoises in the area, so police are asking anyone who may know the owner of the animal to come forward.

"We're just hoping that somebody comes forward and claims this animal," said one NYPD spokesperson. "It appears to be healthy and we just want to make sure that it goes to a good home."

Animal lovers in Brooklyn are already beginning to rally around the lost tortoise, with some residents setting up Facebook groups in an effort to find its owner.

If you have any information about this tortoise, please call NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.

Tortoise Believed to Be One of World's Oldest Living Creatures

The tortoise known as Jonathan is estimated to be around 186 years old and is considered to be one of the world's oldest living creatures. Jonathan was first spotted in 1832 at Windsor Safari Park in Berkshire, England and has been reported to be alive and well in recent years.

Despite his age, Jonathan is said to be in good health and continues to enjoy eating his favourite food of lettuces and apples. He also enjoys basking in the sun during warm weather and taking a swim in his pond when it's cooler.

According to experts, the average life expectancy for a tortoise is around 100-150 years so Jonathan is well beyond that! It's believed that his long life is due to his healthy diet and stress-free lifestyle.

Tortoises have been around for millions of years and are thought to have originated from Africa. They are considered to be one of the longest living animals on Earth and can survive on very little food or water.

So if you're ever feeling old, remember that there's always someone out there who's older than you! The tortoise Jonathan is a perfect example of that!

Rescued tortoise set to make new home at local nature center

Last month, a 10-year-old tortoise was found stranded on a sidewalk in San Diego. The lucky reptile was scooped up by a Good Samaritan and brought to the nearby San Diego Humane Society shelter.

Staff at the shelter determined that the tortoise, named Turbo, was a male and did not belong to anyone in the area. As no one came forward to claim him, staff reached out to the San Diego Nature Center for help finding him a new home.

The nature center gladly accepted Turbo and is now preparing for his arrival. Staff have constructed an enclosure that will provide Turbo with plenty of space to explore and bask in the sun.

"He's healthy, he's happy and he's going to a great place," said Elissa O'Neill, manager of communications at the San Diego Humane Society.

The tortoise is expected to arrive at the nature center in early May.