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Confiscation to Reintroduction: Returning Radiated Tortoises to the Wild

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Confiscation to Reintroduction: Returning Radiated Tortoises to the Wild

Join us on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 12:00 PM EDT for a webinar on Turtle Survival Alliance Madagascar’s plan to release 20,000 Radiated Tortoises (Astrochelys radiata) back into the wild. Reserve your spot today!

Many of these tortoises were rescued from two large confiscations in 2018, supported by over 100 organizations from the zoo, veterinary, and conservation community. From engaging villagers through anti-poaching initiatives to securing protected lands, Turtle Survival Alliance has been working tirelessly to ensure communities and tortoises thrive.

Hear from the experts on how the reintroduction plan is designed for success and learn how you can help these critically endangered tortoises return home.

Featuring:

• Rick Hudson, President Emeritus, Turtle Survival Alliance
• Hery Lova Razafimamonjiraibe, Country Director, Turtle Survival Alliance Madagascar
• Brett Bartek, Biologist
• Lance Paden, Biologist

Register here!