ANIMAL NEGLECT

Turtle races where entertainment is prioritized over animal welfare lead to neglect and abuse

DISEASE

Turtle race conditions cause disease and risk spreading it back to wild populations

RELOCATION

Relocating highly territorial turtles into new areas results in devastating mortality

THERMAL ISSUES

Turtles can overheat when raced across hot pavement or when left in the sun

SPECIES DECLINES

Turtle populations quickly hit the tipping point toward decline when overcollected

ENDANGERED SPECIES

Turtle races have been caught repeatedly using endangered and protected turtle species