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BABY TURTLE???

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Question
Hi im Latrissa, i have  a question.. well you see i was givin a baby diamond back teropin, and he had a halve a face another turtle bit it off and i nursed it back to health and hes doing great should i return him to the wild, i dont think i should because he is use to eating the turtle food already. thanks :]

Answer
Generally, we only release turtles if we can do it within about 8 months, and a mile of their home.

If these apply- go for it! If not, you may want to see if anyone near you might want it if you do not. Try http://www.austinsturtlepage.com for help.