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The GA DNR just came to pick up the young female box turtle. My kids are very disappointed but we’re glad that as they said “it will be used as an ambassador for public education” Thanks for the help everyone!

Thank you, unfortunately I’m several hours away (near Savannah)

So do my kids! ? The GA DNR replied asking for photos. Let’s see...

Thank you for the info. I will contact the DNR to notify them.

I was shocked that someone would abandon a turtle. His name was even written on the box in a child’s handwriting. We would like to take care of it as best we can. I’m reading about moisture controle... adding a thermometer, the right substrate. A lot to learn! I attach photos from the...

Thank you so much! This is very helpful. (We’re in Savannah, GA)

This morning we found a small tortoise in an open field next to it’s box with name and blanket. We assume it’s been abandoned & my boys want to take care of it. We know little about tortoises and will appreciate any advise. Looking at images it looks like a box tortoise? (Image attached)