*[Enwl-eng] Turtle smuggling is destroying fragile populations

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Every turtle taken pushes these species closer to collapse. Every Turtle Counts: End the Smuggling Trade Destroying U.S. Species      Sign Now        Hundreds of turtles across the U.S. are being ripped from the wild and stuffed into socks, diapers, or boxes labeled "toys" — all to fuel a cruel international trade. Recently, a smuggler in Brooklyn pleaded guilty after attempting to ship 850 turtles worth $1.4 million to Hong Kong. Many of these animals were Eastern box turtles and three-toed box turtles, native species already in decline.   Sign the petition now to demand that U.S. authorities crack down on turtle smuggling before more fragile populations collapse.   The cruelty is staggering: turtles bound and taped, smeared with substances to confuse detection dogs, and shipped overseas where they are sold as exotic pets or status symbols. But the real tragedy is ecological. Box turtles can live for a century but reproduce slowly, meaning that taking even a few can devastate an entire population. And yet, thousands are stolen from U.S. habitats every year. Sign now to demand the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service stop this cruel trade and save our turtles! Thank you, Jess Care2 Petitions Team P.S. Help stop this brutal trade before it's too late. Sign the petition!      Sign Now

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From: Jess M., Care2 Action Alerts

Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2025 11:32 AM

Subject: Turtle smuggling is destroying fragile populations

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