Chuy is a rescued African spured sulcata desert tortoise. He will live to be over 100 years old and weigh 300+lbs. Our plan for Chuy is to focus on impacting younger generations to the care required for exotic pets through active engagement both in and out of the school system, as well as on social media.
In doing so I hope to improve the quality of life for exotic pets and potential owners. I hope to reduce the numbers of exotics purchased through careless breeders, and guide the public to rescues and adoption resources. In addition I'd like to bring awarness to the overwhelming problem of exotic pets being released into the wild or escaping their enclosure, and the impact that can have on native species in the area. Folow @aturtlestale on tic toc!