World Turtle Day - May 23
Tue May 23rd

World Turtle Day

WORLD TURTLE DAY

The turtle is the only creature more beloved by humanity than the turtle. These shelled creatures can be found in virtually every corner of the world and have made their way into parables, mythology, and all sorts of popular media..

The turtle and tortoise are both honored each year on May 23rd. World Turtle Day is not limited to showing love and admiration for turtles but also making sure we protect them and their diverse habitats.

It's important to know what the difference between a turtle and a tortoise is. Turtles spend their time near or in the water, while tortoises are primarily land creatures, although turtles are related to the same family.

Both turtles and tortoises are animals that play a vital role in their respective ecosystems. There are more than enough reasons to protect them whether it's digging holes that are habitable for other animals or cleaning up dead fish from beaches.

Figure out what kind of turtle or tortoise is native to your area. Toroise is a species of turtle or tortoise. With so many different animals you may never know when this information will come in handy.

All things turtle are shown on social media using the hashtags #WorldTurtleDay and #Shellebrate to post on social media.

History

The American Tortoise Rescue (ATR), a non-profit group dedicated to the protection of all turtles and tortoise alike, was founded on World Turtle Day by the American Tortoise Rescue (ATR), a non-profit group dedicated to the protection of all turtles and tortoise alike. In 2002, the rescue announced World Turtle Day, which falls on May 23rd annually. Since then, today has been a chance for people to celebrate turtles as well as worldwide efforts to protect them and their habitats.

The American Tortoise Rescue was founded by Susan Tellem and Marshall Thompson. The American Tortoise Rescue was founded by Susan Tellem and Marshall Thompson. They're well-known advocates for the humane care of all animals, including reptiles. Since 1990, ATR has given over 4,000 tortoises and turtles a home. They've been able to support their local law enforcement in protecting natural habitat and have established themselves as a valuable source of information when dealing sick, abandoned, and abandoned turtles..