thetortoiseboris
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Hello. Is it illegal to own this species? If not, where can I find a captive bred hatchling?
Thanks.
Thanks.
They can only legally be found in their home state, and cannot be bought or sold. It is also illegal to breed or artificially hatch the eggs. It is illegal to move one across state lines.
Yes, you can legally adopt them in their home state (rescued, injured or otherwise ending up in private hands), but you have to keep them in that state and no money can change hands.Ok gotcha. I’ve read that in Arizona, they have adoptions for captive breed tortoises.
Yes, you can legally adopt them in their home state (rescued, injured or otherwise ending up in private hands), but you have to keep them in that state.