ONE COUPLE TAKES ON TURTLE AND TORTOISE RESCUE IN MALIBU
HOW WORLD TURTLE DAY CAME TO BE
When Susan Tellem and Marshall Thompson adopted two Russian tortoises in 1990, they didn’t know that they would go global in a growing effort that would eventually result in the rescue and rehoming of close to 4,000 turtles and tortoises. Today, they continue their cause through the American Tortoise Rescue, the nonprofit they established for the protection of all species of tortoise and turtle, with its home base at a Malibu ranch. There, turtles and tortoises roam the property, happy to be home. These include Russian tortoise Evil Knievel and rehabilitated Little Guy. Why turtles and tortoises? They are frequently mistreated, and there’s too much misinformation about how to care for a pet turtle or tortoise, which leads to animal deaths and deformities.
for slaughter, and baby turtles are sold illegally, despite this being banned in 1974.
• Don’t buy a turtle or tortoise from a pet shop. This increases the demand and removes them from the wild. • If you see a turtle in the road, you can help it safely to the other side, but don’t turn it around — it will just turn right around again. Keep your own safety in mind while doing this!
In addition to rescuing and caring for turtles and tortoises who’ve been mistreated, Susan and Marshall are passionate about the educational piece that’s been missing in the case of turtles and tortoises. They’re on a mission to get accurate information out there through their organization, events, and publications. In 2000, American Tortoise Rescue founded World Turtle Day on May 23, and the event has been growing since. The 2018 event was celebrated around the world, including at the Lahore Zoo in India. One statistic stands out on the American Tortoise Rescue website, tortoise.com: Scientists predict the disappearance of turtles and tortoises in the next 50 years. The American Tortoise Rescue has a few suggestions for how you can help protect this vulnerable species:
• Don’t take turtles or tortoises from the wild unless they are sick or injured.
• Write letters to your legislators and ask them to stop offshore drilling — it can lead to sea turtle deaths — and to keep sensitive areas preserved.
• If you see a tiny turtle — less than four inches — being sold, report it.
The illegal sale of turtles continues today — live food markets sell turtles
Please see tortoise.com for more information.
SUDOKU
PALEO PUMPKIN COCONUT SMOOTHIE
This meal-in-a-glass smoothie will cure your craving for a pumpkin spice latte. It’s packed with nutrients and fall flavor. If you’re the type of person who uses your blender more than your pots and pans, you’ll definitely want to add this recipe to your rotation.
Ingredients
• 1 frozen banana, sliced • 1 cup ice
• 1 cup coconut milk • 1/4 cup organic pumpkin purée • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (or substitute with cinnamon and ginger)
Instructions
1. In a blender, combine all ingredients. 2. Blend on high or on smoothie setting until smooth. 3. Transfer to a cold glass, garnish with pumpkin pie spice, and serve.
Inspired by cookeatpaleo.com
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