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FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The Big-headed turtle, native to Southeast Asia and southern China. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they ma *** Local Caption *** 30703273
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DUK10128747_011
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The endangered Keeled box turtle, endemic to Asia .Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may eventually be r *** Local Caption *** 30703274
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DUK10128747_010
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The critically endangered McCord's box turtle. native to China. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may ev *** Local Caption *** 30703276
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DUK10128747_009
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The critically endangered Roti Island snake-necked turtle, native to Rote Island in Indonesia. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilit *** Local Caption *** 30703280
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DUK10128747_008
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The near threatened Red- bellied turtle, native to the USA .Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may eventu *** Local Caption *** 30703282
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DUK10128747_007
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The endangered Spiny Turtle, native to Southeast Asia .Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may eventually *** Local Caption *** 30703283
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DUK10128747_006
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The Eastern box turtle, native to the eastern part of the United States. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, th *** Local Caption *** 30703275
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DUK10128747_005
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The vulnerable East Indian Box Turtle, native to Southeast Asia. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may e *** Local Caption *** 30703272
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DUK10128747_004
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The critically endangered Roti Island snake-necked turtle, native to Rote Island in Indonesia. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilit *** Local Caption *** 30703277
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DUK10128747_003
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The critically endangered Southern Vietnamese Box Turtle. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may eventual *** Local Caption *** 30703278
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DUK10128747_002
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The Indochinese box turtle, native to China, northern and central Vietnam, Laos, and possibly northeastern Cambodia .Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to *** Local Caption *** 30703279
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DUK10128747_001
FEATURE - Klein aber oho: Die Dreikiel-Scharnierschildkröte im Terrarium für bedrohte Tierarten
The underside of a Spiny Turtle's shell. Tennessee Aquarium in the USA is launching a brand new a new Turtles of the World gallery - featuring some of the rarest turtles in the world. See National News story NNturtles. These adorable endangered turtles are all set to star in a new Turtles of the World gallery at an American aquarium.This tiny Keeled Box Turtle, listed as endangered is dwarfed by its handler's finger and is one of many hatchlings that soon will be on display at the Tennessee Aquarium.Another turtle leading the parade of reptilian cuteness is the critically endangered baby Roti Island Snakeneck Turtle. It is pictured here poking its long neck out of its shell in the hands of the aquarium’s chief reptile expert Bill Hughes.The senior herpetologist said: “It’s hard not to look at a turtle and go, ‘Hey, that’s a cool animal.’”Another shot shows a recently hatched endangered Bigheaded Turtle appearing to smile for the camera at the Tennessee Aquarium. The three hatchlings are the youngest representatives of the Aquarium’s Turtles of the World gallery, which is set to open March 13.Guests will be able to look through an acrylic window to watch and interact with the experts as they tend to baby turtles.The gallery was designed to help visitors fall in love with these terrific, but troubled, reptiles lmost all of which are facing significant challenges in the wild. But as Bill explains, the exhibition is not just about raising the public’s awareness. He said: “The goal of caring for turtles like this is to create what we call ‘assurance populations’ in zoos and aquariums that are viable, long term.“That way, if something happens to the wild populations, the species doesn’t disappear. You still have a colony in human care that has genetic diversity.”The hatchlings will be cared for at the aquarium until they are old enough to move to other facilities. In some cases, they may eventually be reintroduce *** Local Caption *** 30703281
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DUK10121259_003
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
(Two on left), Four-eyed turtle, (two on right) Beal's Four-eyed turtle.
Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034725
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DUK10121259_007
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
(Centre and Left) Four-eyed turtle, (Right) Beal's Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034722
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DUK10121259_001
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
(Centre and Left) Four-eyed turtle, (Right) Beal's Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034727
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DUK10121259_002
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
(Centre and Left) Four-eyed turtle, (Right) Beal's Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034728
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DUK10121259_004
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034726
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DUK10121259_006
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034723
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DUK10121259_005
FEATURE - Gute Chancen für den Artenschutz - Im Tennessee Aquarium ist Nachwuchs bei zwei sehr seltenen Schildkrötenarten zu verzeichnen
Four-eyed turtle. Two rare species of sea turtles have been born at the Tennessee Aquarium, bringing hope for the future of the endangered sea creature. See National News story NNturtles. Peeking out from under their shells, these tiny critically endangered four-eyed turtle hatchlings are good news for the species' preservation. The babies are two types, the four-eyed turtle and its close relative Beal's four-eyed turtle. The two species are native to freshwater areas of southern China, with Beal's also found in north Vietnam. It is hunted for use in folk medicine and is currently on the critically endangered red list also due to habitat los *** Local Caption *** 30034724
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DUK10099200_029
FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184242
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DUK10099200_028
FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184240
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184231
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184248
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184244
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184235
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184233
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184247
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184246
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184250
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184252
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184249
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184254
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184253
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184234
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184230
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184239
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018 / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184232
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Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018 / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184245
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184256
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184238
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184251
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184236
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184257
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184229
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184237
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184241
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Collection of turtles from Michael Butcher turtle sanctuary, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184243
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FEATURE - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-Superfan beherbergt 1000 Schildkröten
Michael Butcher with his large collection of 1000 turtles, Staplehurst, Kent 31st July 2018. See National story NNTURTLES; A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle superfan has fulfilled his childhood dream by filling his home with more than a THOUSAND turtles. Michael Butcher has converted his home and back garden into a turtle and terrapin sanctuary, and nearly every room is filled with them - including his mum's bedroom. Terrapins, or sliders, are semi-aquatic, freshwater turtles, and bask on land, rocks or floating branches throughout the day. Along with his mother Denise, Michael gives abandoned and unwanted terrapins a home, often nursing them back to health. And the 38-year-old has plans to build plenty more sanctuaries in the future - because he just can't get enough turtles. Michael said: "When I was a child I loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - all I wanted was a turtle. / action press *** Local Caption *** 27184255
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FEATURE - Das Turtle Center beherbergt verschiedene Arten von Schildkröten
Das Turtle Center Alphen aan den Rijn in beherbergt verschiedene Arten von Schildkröten / 020418 *** Turtle Center, Alphen aan den Rijn, The Netherlands - 02 April 2018 ***
Die Schildkröten sind unter den natürlichen Bedingungen und richtiger Temperatur untergebracht. Das Turtle Center kann daher bei jedem Wetter besichtigt werden! Alle Schildkröten werden ausschliesslich aus Tierheimen bezogen. Es gibt keine gefangen oder gekaufte Schildkröten dort. *** Local Caption *** 25795758
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FEATURE - Das Turtle Center beherbergt verschiedene Arten von Schildkröten
Das Turtle Center Alphen aan den Rijn in beherbergt verschiedene Arten von Schildkröten / 020418 *** Turtle Center, Alphen aan den Rijn, The Netherlands - 02 April 2018 ***
Die Schildkröten sind unter den natürlichen Bedingungen und richtiger Temperatur untergebracht. Das Turtle Center kann daher bei jedem Wetter besichtigt werden! Alle Schildkröten werden ausschliesslich aus Tierheimen bezogen. Es gibt keine gefangen oder gekaufte Schildkröten dort. *** Local Caption *** 25795794
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