BDugnutt
New Member
I was looking through some Animal Control postings and happened upon this tortoise. (I apologize for the small picture. It was what was provided on the listing.)
I'm a newbie when it comes down to it, but it is possible that this is a male CA Desert Tortoise?
I know that Desert Tortoises are both considered threatened at the state and federal level and also require permits to possess. I am concerned that the folks at the Animal Control office might not necessarily know what they have and could possibly be sending this critter off to someone who can pay the fees.
I am considering contacting the local Turtle and Tortoise Club, who handles adoptions and permit registrations for CA DTs, about this animal. Any advice as to how to proceed?
I'm a newbie when it comes down to it, but it is possible that this is a male CA Desert Tortoise?
I know that Desert Tortoises are both considered threatened at the state and federal level and also require permits to possess. I am concerned that the folks at the Animal Control office might not necessarily know what they have and could possibly be sending this critter off to someone who can pay the fees.
I am considering contacting the local Turtle and Tortoise Club, who handles adoptions and permit registrations for CA DTs, about this animal. Any advice as to how to proceed?