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Turtle Beaten to Death By Golf Club (and Tort-time continues to be disgusted by humanity)

If you have information about this abuse, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Emergency Tip Line: 1-800-TIPWDNR

(The following is by Josh Wolford at WebProNews Article is available here includes graphic photos of the abuse)

A female snapping turtle found severely beaten in a sand bunker of a Delavan, Wisconsin golf course has died from her injuries.

Authorities believe that the turtle was probably attempting to lay her eggs in the bunker when she was beaten with what appears to be a golf club. Investigators are currently searching for the eggs, but have so far been unsuccessful.

“It happened at the Delbrook Golf Course in Delavan on June 10 between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. The female turtle, looking for a place to lay her eggs, was found lying in the sand in a bunker with holes in its shell. It was also struck in the right eye, a wound which appeared to have been from a golf club,” said the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources in a Facebook update.

The turtle was supposed to undergo surgery, which was to give her a 40%-60% chance of survival. Sadly, the turtle died before that was possible.

The Global Conservation Group, Wisconsin’s largest animal rights organization, has offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible. And PETA hasreportedly pledged an additional $5,000.

The photos of the turtle, post-attack, are pretty brutal. According to the people at the Pineview Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, the turtle (aged 10-13) was just too banged up to survive. Not only did the turtle sustain multiple gouges to its shell, but also sustained a severe blow to the head.

What the hell, people?

If you have information about this abuse, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Emergency Tip Line: 1-800-TIPWDNR

 

Turtle Beaten to Death By Golf Club (and Tort-time continues to be disgusted by humanity)

If you have information about this abuse, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Emergency Tip Line: 1-800-TIPWDNR

(The following is by Josh Wolford at WebProNews Article is available here includes graphic photos of the abuse)

A female snapping turtle found severely beaten in a sand bunker of a Delavan, Wisconsin golf course has died from her injuries.

Authorities believe that the turtle was probably attempting to lay her eggs in the bunker when she was beaten with what appears to be a golf club. Investigators are currently searching for the eggs, but have so far been unsuccessful.

“It happened at the Delbrook Golf Course in Delavan on June 10 between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. The female turtle, looking for a place to lay her eggs, was found lying in the sand in a bunker with holes in its shell. It was also struck in the right eye, a wound which appeared to have been from a golf club,” said the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources in a Facebook update.

The turtle was supposed to undergo surgery, which was to give her a 40%-60% chance of survival. Sadly, the turtle died before that was possible.

The Global Conservation Group, Wisconsin’s largest animal rights organization, has offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible. And PETA hasreportedly pledged an additional $5,000.

The photos of the turtle, post-attack, are pretty brutal. According to the people at the Pineview Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, the turtle (aged 10-13) was just too banged up to survive. Not only did the turtle sustain multiple gouges to its shell, but also sustained a severe blow to the head.

What the hell, people?

If you have information about this abuse, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Emergency Tip Line: 1-800-TIPWDNR

 

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Security guard Les Thompson is responsible for saving this beautiful Brisbane short-neck turtle after a group of children placed it in the road to watch it get run over by a car. 

(Source: 7pm TV News QLD)

Hearing the children yelling he went to inspect the area and noticed the turtle bleeding with a cracked shell. He rushed it to the  local RSPCA just in the nick of time. 

RSPCA spokesman Michael Beattie says there is often a spike in animal cruelty during school holidays.

“Incidents such as this are just really depressing and to be honest animal cruelty that starts at an early age is a very worrying thing to lead into your future life,” he added.

Mr. Thompson was rightfully horrified by the incident. “It is concerning, especially when you get eight to 12-year-olds wanting to put wildlife on the road and have it run over for sheer pleasure – that is just so wrong.”

The turtle is considered extremely lucky to be on the road to a full recovery and has been named ‘Security Les’ after his rescuer. 

Watch the video of this incredible turtle, now looking bright eyed and ready to take over the world, scars and all. 

Security guard Les Thompson is responsible for saving this beautiful Brisbane short-neck turtle after a group of children placed it in the road to watch it get run over by a car. 

(Source: 7pm TV News QLD)

Hearing the children yelling he went to inspect the area and noticed the turtle bleeding with a cracked shell. He rushed it to the  local RSPCA just in the nick of time. 

RSPCA spokesman Michael Beattie says there is often a spike in animal cruelty during school holidays.

“Incidents such as this are just really depressing and to be honest animal cruelty that starts at an early age is a very worrying thing to lead into your future life,” he added.

Mr. Thompson was rightfully horrified by the incident. “It is concerning, especially when you get eight to 12-year-olds wanting to put wildlife on the road and have it run over for sheer pleasure – that is just so wrong.”

The turtle is considered extremely lucky to be on the road to a full recovery and has been named ‘Security Les’ after his rescuer. 

Watch the video of this incredible turtle, now looking bright eyed and ready to take over the world, scars and all. 

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Clemson University senior, Nathan Weaver, recently conducted research on the declining population of Eastern Box Turtles and how human behavior is impacting that decline.  He was looking particularly at turtles crossing the road.

What his experiment found, however, is a sad fact that isn’t surprising to too many of us who love and care about turtles and tortoises. The number of people INTENTIONALLY running over turtles was incredibly high.  Using plastic turtles placed in the road, Weaver observed 7 drivers swerve and deliberately run over the fake turtle (not knowing it was fake). 

Psychology professors commenting on the outcome of this experiment cite sport, and a subconscious human need to dominate animals. 

The psychology researcher in me isn’t surprised, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t make me sad.  I think back to the incident earlier this year with Blake Shelton and the “joke” about deliberately running over a turtle he posted on twitter. THIS is exactly why his “joke” is harmful *beyond* an being offensive.  It is not about political correctness. It is about human behavior. 

If humans act on a subconscious desire to dominate animals then humans are sure as hell susceptible to group think and celebrity influence. Thats no joke, you don’t need to be a psych prof to know that. 

(Sources -Associated Press- Washington Post Inquisitor)

Clemson University senior, Nathan Weaver, recently conducted research on the declining population of Eastern Box Turtles and how human behavior is impacting that decline.  He was looking particularly at turtles crossing the road.

What his experiment found, however, is a sad fact that isn’t surprising to too many of us who love and care about turtles and tortoises. The number of people INTENTIONALLY running over turtles was incredibly high.  Using plastic turtles placed in the road, Weaver observed 7 drivers swerve and deliberately run over the fake turtle (not knowing it was fake). 

Psychology professors commenting on the outcome of this experiment cite sport, and a subconscious human need to dominate animals. 

The psychology researcher in me isn’t surprised, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t make me sad.  I think back to the incident earlier this year with Blake Shelton and the “joke” about deliberately running over a turtle he posted on twitter. THIS is exactly why his “joke” is harmful *beyond* an being offensive.  It is not about political correctness. It is about human behavior. 

If humans act on a subconscious desire to dominate animals then humans are sure as hell susceptible to group think and celebrity influence. Thats no joke, you don’t need to be a psych prof to know that. 

(Sources -Associated Press- Washington Post Inquisitor)

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DON’T CLICK THE PICTURE instead lets post about reporting animal cruelty

muchtoocynical:

Question.

A dumbfuck on Facebook just posted a picture of smashed turtle shells, with the caption “slayed”. He reveals later that this was done because they’re “overpopulated”. My question is, can legal action be taken against this kid? I don’t know how serious we’d be in reporting him, but at the very least we can get him to take the damn picture down (I have it screenshotted). Here it is, though it is rather graphic. It appears to be at least three or four different turtles.

Obligatory question mark so you can answer?

Gotta agree with the person who said this is the making of a serial killer.. its true. I sent you a response but please let us know if you’ve reported this person. 

When it comes to turtles and tortoises calling your states Fish and wildlife hotline is a good way to go. Because of stupid people like that one many of these beautiful creatures are protected.  For example, in Florida here is the hotline to report violators. 

http://legacy.myfwc.com/wildlifealert/MailMap.asp?region=CTY

Florida regional animal abuse numbers:http://www.animalrightsflorida.org/ReportAbuse.html

Here are some numbers: 

In the South East ( the number of the office is at the bottom) http://www.fws.gov/southeast/law/

Pacific coast (also includes west coast state numbers)http://www.fws.gov/pacific/lawenforcement/reportviolations.html

you can also look up your local office by using the search function on the FWS website. 

Animal Cruelty hotlines and things to do:

(this is all as simple as “google” but really do it. In a lot of cases with endangered animals you will be reporting a very serious crime so something will be done)

Pet-Abuse.com 
Email contact: info@pet-abuse.com 
http://www.pet-abuse.com/

I can’t really list one for every state here.. but really google animal abuse, local Fish and wildlife office, or aspca. Weirdly, About.com has a pretty good sum up of what to do:

Whom Should You Call? 

Nonprofit animal advocacy groups sometimes even local humane societies often do not have the legal authority to respond to or investigate cruelty complaints. It is important to call the appropriate agencies so your report is investigated.

In most areas, the local police or sheriff’s departments and animal control agencies handle animal cruelty complaints that involve domestic companion animals. Each community handles animal cruelty reporting differently, so you may be asked to make several calls. Reporting suspected cruelty to livestock and wildlife may entail contacting the U.S. Department of Agriculture, theU.S. Fish & Wildlife Service or your state’s Game & Fish Department.

If the situation is an emergency, or if a crime is in progress, dial 9-1-1. Keep in mind that many emergency departments often don’t consider a situation an emergency unless there is a direct threat to humans. For all other reports, you can call the law enforcement and animal control non-emergency numbers.

If you wish to make an anonymous report and you do not need immediate assistance, consider calling 88-CRIME or your local animal cruelty task force, if there is one. Some communities also have citizens advisory groups that meet regularly to monitor government agencies, such as animal control and the police department.