Turtle Adoption Day

In the modern world, many species of wild flora and fauna are under threat of extinction Animals that require special attention and protection include land, freshwater and sea turtles These representatives of the reptile order are very popular as pets But due to the irresponsible behavior of their owners, abandoned reptiles have to look for a new home Zoo defenders and simply caring people take part in events dedicated to Turtle Support Day every year on November 27th The initiator of the Turtle Adoption Day celebration was Christine Shaw, who is looking for new homes for animals in distress Reptiles, like cats and dogs, need warmth, comfort and proper care, which negligent owners are not always able to provide Having played with the pet enough, they give it to a shelter or release it into the wild, where the turtle’s chances of survival are low In addition to natural enemies, sharks, crocodiles, foxes, jaguars and monitor lizards, reptiles are hunted for dietary meat and shell Therefore, in 2011, on the initiative of an American animal activist, Turtle Adoption Day appeared on the calendar The events, held on November 27, are aimed not only at finding new homes for domesticated reptiles, but also at protecting them from poachers According to the Convention on International Trade in Wild Flora and Fauna, turtles are endangered Their export and import must be carried out in compliance with certain requirements and if the sellers have the necessary documents The future owner needs to know that it is officially possible to sell only the second generation of turtles bred in captivity, nurseries and zoos A responsible approach to buying a pet and checking documents is one of the ways to combat the smuggling of wild animals To live comfortably at home, land reptiles need light, warmth, constant air temperature and a balanced diet Chinese trionics, aquatic red-eared, Caspian, marsh and other species of turtles need a spacious terrarium with a regular and UV lamp Pet food is selected depending on natural preferences: the diet of omnivorous reptiles consists of 50/50% plant and animal foods, while that of predators consists of fish and seafood Aquatic turtles are more whimsical than land turtles Arranging their corner requires large financial investments But all representatives of this reptile species require equal attention and care Zoologists warn that turtles are wild animals, so the owner should not count on the affection and warm feelings that cats or dogs generously bestow Taming reptiles is a long and difficult process Before getting a turtle, you need to understand the full extent of the responsibility and make an informed decision These reptiles are long-lived Therefore, the owner must be prepared to take care of a pet with a shell on its back or an aquatic soft-shelled turtle for years and even ten years Reptiles provide just as many benefits as other pets Reptiles, according to scientists, “infect” their owners with their unhurried and measured approach to life, calming the nervous system and activating mental activity According to Feng Shui, the turtle symbolizes wealth and good luck It protects the owner and his home from adverse influences - fills the space with favorable energy, strengthens marriage bonds Everyone who lacks stability and well-being in life takes an active part in Turtle Support Day - they take animals from nurseries, making their contribution to the protection of wildlife