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"Tortoises absorb vitamins from the sun’s UV rays through their shells, so having paint or anything else on their shells can inhibit their ability to do that. Additionally, paint can cause respiratory problems and harmful chemicals can be absorbed into the animal’s bloodstream, FWC said."
"Tortoises absorb vitamins from the sun’s UV rays through their shells, so having paint or anything else on their shells can inhibit their ability to do that. Additionally, paint can cause respiratory problems and harmful chemicals can be absorbed into the animal’s bloodstream, FWC said."