Resident Rescues Escaped Giant Tortoise in Miami Neighborhood
Incident Date:
01/26/2025
Location:
Miami, FL - USA
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Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Tortoise
Animal disposition:
Recaptured
Summary:
MIAMI, FL – A Miami resident sprang into action upon witnessing a giant tortoise making an escape from the owner’s home.
The man managed to capture the tortoise between his legs to prevent the animal from wandering further into the street. As he wrestled with the animal to keep them from crossing the road, he called upon another neighbor to knock on the owner’s door and inform them of the situation. The tortoise was recaptured and returned to the owner.
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