Hiker finds exotic animal: Unusual find can be quite dangerous. Hiker finds unusual species of turtle while walking with his dog.
Alligator snapping turtle “Fluffy” fished out of the water with a shopping basket. Vet suspects animal may have been kept as a pet and the owners could no longer cope with the care requirements or simply didn't want to have it like them anymore. It is not prohibited in the United Kingdom. However, veterinarians advise against getting an alligators snapping turtle for your home. The animals have very special needs and they can also be dangerous.