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Dogs Disturb Nesting Turtles

(From wptv.com) Indian River County – “They”re digging, they”re throwing their front claws forward, and they”re throwing eggs out behind them. Once they throw the eggs out behind them, they go around and eat up the insides of the eggs.” During the studies, Herren, Environmental Specialist, often encourages dog owners to be responsible. Animal control officers say they”ve moved past warnings and are issuing fines to violators.

(by Eric English)

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