This index gives information on any outstanding thefts or losses of tortoises
which can be identified by their fingerprints or
other effective methods.
FOUND: ONE TORTOISE:
A Tortoise has been found in Porthleven, Cornwall, on 12th July
Claims of ownership, along with any fingerprinting ID, photographic
record, microchip data or an accurate description should be made to paul@britishchelonia.org
STOLEN TORTOISE: RECOVERED!
A Tortoise (male spur-thighed) was taken from a garden in Penarth S. Glamorgan
on 15th May 2004.
This tortoise was recovered later owing to local publicity, and subsequent identification
using 'fingerprinting'.
FOUND: ONE TORTOISE:
A tortoise has been found in the Hatherley area of Cheltenham, April 2004 This still remains unclaimed.