http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:11:18 +0000 MyBB http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9284 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:54:24 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9284 That does not make it a good idea to abandon a reptile in the parking lot. This time it was a Florida Snapping Turtle in a plastic bin. 
He is the size of a dinner plate. Leaving the turtle outside like that is very dangerous for the turtle.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/...a-vaughan/

It would be even more dangerous to release him. It is a Florida turtle. It can't survive in Canada. earlier this year an Australian turtle was released in an Ontario lake.
He was found in distress. They tried to save him, but he died from the experience.
Abandoning animals for any reason is a bad idea.  This turtle was lucky, he was found in time. 
There are places that will take animals. Don't leave them in the parking lot and don't turn them loose.
Sometimes you can't keep an animal, but you can do the right thing and give it to those who can care for it.]]> That does not make it a good idea to abandon a reptile in the parking lot. This time it was a Florida Snapping Turtle in a plastic bin. 
He is the size of a dinner plate. Leaving the turtle outside like that is very dangerous for the turtle.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/...a-vaughan/

It would be even more dangerous to release him. It is a Florida turtle. It can't survive in Canada. earlier this year an Australian turtle was released in an Ontario lake.
He was found in distress. They tried to save him, but he died from the experience.
Abandoning animals for any reason is a bad idea.  This turtle was lucky, he was found in time. 
There are places that will take animals. Don't leave them in the parking lot and don't turn them loose.
Sometimes you can't keep an animal, but you can do the right thing and give it to those who can care for it.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9225 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:30:57 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9225
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-03/e.../106394940

This is very hopeful. It has only been a short time since the frogs were lost to the area.
The ecosystem is still there for them to return to and the thrive.
It is good when we put back species that have been gone a long time.
It is probably better when we can return them quickly to an area.
I hope we hear soon about how they are settling in and increasing in numbers.]]>
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-03/e.../106394940

This is very hopeful. It has only been a short time since the frogs were lost to the area.
The ecosystem is still there for them to return to and the thrive.
It is good when we put back species that have been gone a long time.
It is probably better when we can return them quickly to an area.
I hope we hear soon about how they are settling in and increasing in numbers.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9033 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:25:55 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=9033 The Water Monitors are moving into Bangkok and existing peacefully (for the most part) with humans. They were once considered unlucky, but now they are becoming a good luck symbol. They are also a tourist attraction. If you visit Bangkok you will see Water Monitors.

https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20260...ng-bangkok

WOW! I would love to see a city full of lizards. Water Monitors are amazing. People are fascinated by the big lizards.
They would visit Bangkok for the lizards alone. They could start offering Lizard tours and sell lizard merchandise.
This situation could benefit lizards and people together.]]> The Water Monitors are moving into Bangkok and existing peacefully (for the most part) with humans. They were once considered unlucky, but now they are becoming a good luck symbol. They are also a tourist attraction. If you visit Bangkok you will see Water Monitors.

https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20260...ng-bangkok

WOW! I would love to see a city full of lizards. Water Monitors are amazing. People are fascinated by the big lizards.
They would visit Bangkok for the lizards alone. They could start offering Lizard tours and sell lizard merchandise.
This situation could benefit lizards and people together.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8962 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:56:39 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8962


https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/roc...-9.7018623

Rockalina was lucky she was rescued in  time. Some of her damage is permanent and she cannot return to the wild. She at least can live a happy life in a place that knows her needs and provides for them. 
Baby turtles are so cute. I know it is tempting to take one home. However, few people can actually provide what the turtle needs to be healthy.
I don't think the people who took Rockalina had plans to look after her properly for almost 100 years. They meant well, but she would dead by now without the proper care from the wildlife sanctuary.
Remember, leave wildlife in the wild. It is not lost and it knows how to look after itself. If wildlife is injured, contact a local wildlife sanctuary. They can care for the animal and release it if possible. Especially, don't pick up baby turtles. Their care is more complex than you realize. Leave wildlife wild.]]>


https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/roc...-9.7018623

Rockalina was lucky she was rescued in  time. Some of her damage is permanent and she cannot return to the wild. She at least can live a happy life in a place that knows her needs and provides for them. 
Baby turtles are so cute. I know it is tempting to take one home. However, few people can actually provide what the turtle needs to be healthy.
I don't think the people who took Rockalina had plans to look after her properly for almost 100 years. They meant well, but she would dead by now without the proper care from the wildlife sanctuary.
Remember, leave wildlife in the wild. It is not lost and it knows how to look after itself. If wildlife is injured, contact a local wildlife sanctuary. They can care for the animal and release it if possible. Especially, don't pick up baby turtles. Their care is more complex than you realize. Leave wildlife wild.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8928 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:13:52 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8928 They are still getting used to life in Toronto. The zoo held a voting to select their names. The Female is Raya and the male is Komo.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2025/...-siblings/

I can't wait to see them. I can make it to the zoo in December. We lost our beloved Kilat in 2004. Kilat was special because he hatched at the zoo. 
Now after months of looking at his sad empty enclosure we will be seeing beautiful young Komodo Dragons exploring the space.
If you can get a chance, you should go and see them. I know I will.]]> They are still getting used to life in Toronto. The zoo held a voting to select their names. The Female is Raya and the male is Komo.

https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2025/...-siblings/

I can't wait to see them. I can make it to the zoo in December. We lost our beloved Kilat in 2004. Kilat was special because he hatched at the zoo. 
Now after months of looking at his sad empty enclosure we will be seeing beautiful young Komodo Dragons exploring the space.
If you can get a chance, you should go and see them. I know I will.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8900 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 06:20:37 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8900 They are so cold their metabolisms slow down. When they fall they just lie where they fall.

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/new...-the-south

Every year this happens. The cold is very hard on Iguanas. They really don't belong in Florida. As soon as the cold hits, the lizards start falling out of trees.
I wish they would think to rescue them and return them to a warmer climate. They are an invasive species through no fault of their actions. 
Everyone would be happier if the Iguanas could go home.]]> They are so cold their metabolisms slow down. When they fall they just lie where they fall.

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/new...-the-south

Every year this happens. The cold is very hard on Iguanas. They really don't belong in Florida. As soon as the cold hits, the lizards start falling out of trees.
I wish they would think to rescue them and return them to a warmer climate. They are an invasive species through no fault of their actions. 
Everyone would be happier if the Iguanas could go home.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8857 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:32:59 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8857 They are now growing and thriving. These babies can be released later and help increase the population. Artificial incubation can increase the hatching rate.
This is a big help to the survival of a species that is on the edge.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/...incubation

We have put these species on the edge of extinction. Now it is up to us to help them. If we can intervene and help eggs hatch, then we must do this.
If they can do this every year, the population of tortoises will increase . Eventually they will be stable and able to survive on their own.
Conservation efforts give endangered species a chance.]]> They are now growing and thriving. These babies can be released later and help increase the population. Artificial incubation can increase the hatching rate.
This is a big help to the survival of a species that is on the edge.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/...incubation

We have put these species on the edge of extinction. Now it is up to us to help them. If we can intervene and help eggs hatch, then we must do this.
If they can do this every year, the population of tortoises will increase . Eventually they will be stable and able to survive on their own.
Conservation efforts give endangered species a chance.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8846 Sat, 04 Oct 2025 23:02:52 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8846
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world...38974.html

Cats are not the only ones that make mysterious trips. Could a Ball Python have made the trip? They are not that active and after they eat the like to lie around digesting their food. Maybe someone found Henry, took him home and then decided they didn't want him after all. Dropping him off at a drive through is a bit weird. An animal shelter would have been a better choice. Henry could have hitched a ride by getting in someone's car. Maybe that explains the drive through. 
Most likely we will never know.]]>
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world...38974.html

Cats are not the only ones that make mysterious trips. Could a Ball Python have made the trip? They are not that active and after they eat the like to lie around digesting their food. Maybe someone found Henry, took him home and then decided they didn't want him after all. Dropping him off at a drive through is a bit weird. An animal shelter would have been a better choice. Henry could have hitched a ride by getting in someone's car. Maybe that explains the drive through. 
Most likely we will never know.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8835 Sat, 27 Sep 2025 05:27:26 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8835 They is a whole world of other pets out there that still give us the pet experience.
They work for people who have allergies or perhaps don't want to be cuddled.
I am talking about reptiles of all  kinds and even rats and tarantulas.

https://www.kltv.com/2025/09/26/beyond-c...st-friend/

I am gone for work all day and a dog or cat would be lonely.
My lizards and snakes are fine with me being gone. They sleep a lot anyhow.
I enjoy setting up their tanks and providing for their special needs. I have a green water dragon. She has a 4 ft X 18 in X 18 in tank. It has amazing small logs for her to climb and sleep on. She has a ten gallon tank inside her tank as her swimming pool. She loves it. In the evening when I am on the computer, her tank being next to me, She plays with the water. She leaps in, swims the length of the tank and then leaps out the other end. She does it over and over while I am watching her and she knows I am watching her. 

Even my Tarantula watches me and responds to my presence.
If a pet is a companion, my exotic pets are companions. They just fit my current life style better than the traditional cat or dog.]]> They is a whole world of other pets out there that still give us the pet experience.
They work for people who have allergies or perhaps don't want to be cuddled.
I am talking about reptiles of all  kinds and even rats and tarantulas.

https://www.kltv.com/2025/09/26/beyond-c...st-friend/

I am gone for work all day and a dog or cat would be lonely.
My lizards and snakes are fine with me being gone. They sleep a lot anyhow.
I enjoy setting up their tanks and providing for their special needs. I have a green water dragon. She has a 4 ft X 18 in X 18 in tank. It has amazing small logs for her to climb and sleep on. She has a ten gallon tank inside her tank as her swimming pool. She loves it. In the evening when I am on the computer, her tank being next to me, She plays with the water. She leaps in, swims the length of the tank and then leaps out the other end. She does it over and over while I am watching her and she knows I am watching her. 

Even my Tarantula watches me and responds to my presence.
If a pet is a companion, my exotic pets are companions. They just fit my current life style better than the traditional cat or dog.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8807 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:47:42 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8807
https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/article/20...sanctuary/

Wildlife, especially turtles can't always be released to the wild. They are often taken from the wild before they learn any life skills. Giving him a happy new habitat where he can fully live is the closest G can come to the wild. It is not perfect, but it is close enough.]]>
https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/article/20...sanctuary/

Wildlife, especially turtles can't always be released to the wild. They are often taken from the wild before they learn any life skills. Giving him a happy new habitat where he can fully live is the closest G can come to the wild. It is not perfect, but it is close enough.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8763 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:39:11 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8763 of course back they they were referring to him as a turtle. Now we know he is a tortoise.
When is his actual birth date. No one knows. If he was 58 before, then he is 103 now. One thing is certain, Gus is old.


https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/as...a40&ei=267

He could be 103. Some tortoises live a long time.
So happy birthday Gus. I wish you any more.]]> of course back they they were referring to him as a turtle. Now we know he is a tortoise.
When is his actual birth date. No one knows. If he was 58 before, then he is 103 now. One thing is certain, Gus is old.


https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/as...a40&ei=267

He could be 103. Some tortoises live a long time.
So happy birthday Gus. I wish you any more.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8693 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 07:05:25 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8693 Now they have an interesting friendship.

https://www.thedodo.com/daily-dodo/woman...r-bathroom

When you have an open mind to all forms of wildlife you can find friends anywhere.
Her little spider is so cute.
I have had relationships with my bathroom spiders. Not as close as hers. I never thought to give the spider a name. 
Maybe I will name my spider in future. My spider comes down the wall and looks at me regularly.
Maybe she thinks of me as her pet and has given me a name. 
Spiders are interesting. I hope you give them a chance.]]> Now they have an interesting friendship.

https://www.thedodo.com/daily-dodo/woman...r-bathroom

When you have an open mind to all forms of wildlife you can find friends anywhere.
Her little spider is so cute.
I have had relationships with my bathroom spiders. Not as close as hers. I never thought to give the spider a name. 
Maybe I will name my spider in future. My spider comes down the wall and looks at me regularly.
Maybe she thinks of me as her pet and has given me a name. 
Spiders are interesting. I hope you give them a chance.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8670 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:01:59 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8670 Sweet Pea the mother is between 85 and 100 years old.


https://globalnews.ca/news/11243024/tort...day-miami/

It seems it is never to late to do things. Of course it helps to be a species with a long life span.]]> Sweet Pea the mother is between 85 and 100 years old.


https://globalnews.ca/news/11243024/tort...day-miami/

It seems it is never to late to do things. Of course it helps to be a species with a long life span.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8631 Sat, 24 May 2025 07:19:31 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8631
https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/...-reptiles/

There are also airplane pilots who fly turtles where they need to go.

https://www.turtlesflytoo.org/

Some places have volunteers who simply carry turtles across busy roads.

https://turtleprotectors.com/

Wherever you are, if you want to help, there will be a group that is looking for volunteers to help turtles.

https://www.turtleguardians.com/

One thing that is clear is that people want to help turtles.]]>
https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/...-reptiles/

There are also airplane pilots who fly turtles where they need to go.

https://www.turtlesflytoo.org/

Some places have volunteers who simply carry turtles across busy roads.

https://turtleprotectors.com/

Wherever you are, if you want to help, there will be a group that is looking for volunteers to help turtles.

https://www.turtleguardians.com/

One thing that is clear is that people want to help turtles.]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8489 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:12:39 +0000 Catherine]]> http://www.animalloverswebforum.com/showthread.php?tid=8489 Of course the two biggest are crocodiles, the saltwater Crocodile and the Nile Crocodile.
The next two are snakes, the green Anaconda ad the reticulated Python.
The Leatherback Sea Turtle is 8 feet and 2000 pounds.
The Komodo Dragon is 10 feet and 150 pounds.
The Aldabra Giant Tortoise at 4 feet, 550 pounds just doesn't seem so giant in comparison.


https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etim...765337.cms

They are definitely bigger than we are and some of them live longer.
They also play vital roles in their ecosystems. As major predators they can regulate their ecosystems and they can be active in seed dispersal.
They are not just physically big, they are a big presence in their native habitats. Let us hope that they can continue in that role in years to come.]]> Of course the two biggest are crocodiles, the saltwater Crocodile and the Nile Crocodile.
The next two are snakes, the green Anaconda ad the reticulated Python.
The Leatherback Sea Turtle is 8 feet and 2000 pounds.
The Komodo Dragon is 10 feet and 150 pounds.
The Aldabra Giant Tortoise at 4 feet, 550 pounds just doesn't seem so giant in comparison.


https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etim...765337.cms

They are definitely bigger than we are and some of them live longer.
They also play vital roles in their ecosystems. As major predators they can regulate their ecosystems and they can be active in seed dispersal.
They are not just physically big, they are a big presence in their native habitats. Let us hope that they can continue in that role in years to come.]]>