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News · 20-04-2023

Beware of it! Turtles not yet out!

Beware of it! Turtles not yet out!

At the moment we are often asked if turtles can go to the outdoor pond or the outdoor residence after their hibernation. Unfortunately, we also get many panic calls from dead and sick turtles...


Just like every year you have to wait until the end of May! This year the spring is extra cold and variable. Please wait until this time, you'd better be too late to bring it in than out!