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2 critically endangered tortoises stolen from Indianapolis Zoo 'safely recovered'
Both microchipped tortoises were found safe in a public park 37 miles from the zoo, highlighting ongoing concerns over the illegal trade of critically endangered species.
- Two critically endangered tortoises, an Egyptian tortoise and a Northern Spider tortoise, were stolen from the Indianapolis Zoo between October 11 and 12.
- The stolen tortoises were found uninjured in a box at Falls Park in Pendleton, Indiana, roughly 37 miles from the zoo, by people who alerted the police.
- One of the recovered tortoises is facing extinction largely due to illegal pet trade, while the other is native to Madagascar.
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The Independent (US)Indiana zoo waited 11 days to report stolen endangered tortoises
An Egyptian tortoise and a Northern Spider tortoise were stolen from the Indianapolis Zoo earlier this month
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