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45-Pound Tortoise Found in Fresno | Fresno News
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A 45-pound Sulcata tortoise showed up in a Fresno family’s front yard, chilling on the porch like a backyard guest—complete with lettuce cravings and a surprisingly docile demeanor. The homeowner, Trevor Sadler, and his kids were baffled at first, mistaking it for a shell before realizing it was a live reptile. Neighbors thought they’d gotten a new pet, but as dusk fell, Sadler took the tortoise inside for safety and posted pics online hoping to find its owner. The next day, he brought it to an animal hospital, where staff agreed to foster it. These giant tortoises—known for escaping and living up to 100 years—are a serious commitment. This incident serves as a reminder: exotic pets aren’t toys, and responsibility lasts a lifetime.
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