VOICED : Tortugas rescatadas fueron devueltas a su hábitat en Medellín

The video discusses the release of 50 freshwater turtles by the Colombian Environmental Authority. These turtles were victims of illegal wildlife trafficking, often ending up in urban centers to be sold as pets or for meat consumption. Many turtles suffer physical harm, such as amputations, due to trafficking. Some species are more frequently trafficked, but rescue efforts by authorities help return them to the wild when possible.

What is one of the main reasons freshwater turtles are trafficked to urban centers?

• For educational purposes

• To be used as pets or for meat

• For scientific research

• To be released in parks

Why can't some rescued turtles be returned to their natural habitats?

• They have become too accustomed to human interaction

• They have been injured or mistreated

• They have been tagged for research

• They are too old to survive in the wild

What kind of injuries do trafficked turtles often suffer from?

• Blindness

• Amputations and perforations

• Dehydration

• Broken shells

Which species are among the most trafficked in Colombia?

• Galapagos tortoises

• Desert tortoises

• Marine turtles

• Freshwater turtles

How are some turtles saved from trafficking?

• They are bought by conservationists

• They are hidden by locals

• They escape on their own

• They are voluntarily surrendered or confiscated