Dehydrated turtle and tortoises saved from being illegally sold
To report animal cruelty, abuse, poaching or the illegal sale of animals, call Crow on 031 462 1127 or the Durban and Coast SPCA on 031 579 6500.
A TURTLE and five Eastern hingeback tortoises were rescued from being unlawfully sold at a market, prompting the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow) to urge residents to report the illegal sale of wild animals.
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The centre’s operations director, Clint Halkett-Siddal, said the actions of the two young heroes who rescued the animals speak volumes about the power of compassion.
“Due to their ordeal, all of the animals were dehydrated and underweight. They are now in the loving and capable hands of our dedicated nurses and on the path to recovery.
“If residents ever encounter similar cases, they must remember to report the perpetrators to their local SPCA. Together, we can take a stand against the illegal trade of wildlife and protect these vulnerable beings.
“We thank these young wildlife champions for their courage and empathy. They are an inspiration to us all,” said Clint.
To report animal cruelty, abuse, poaching or the illegal sale of animals, call Crow on 031 462 1127 or the Durban & Coast SPCA on 031 579 6500.
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