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The phenomenon of recurrent and intense release in the wild of tortoises belonging to alien species, by individuals who purchased them in pet stores and, due to its considerable size and longevity, no longer have the availability/possibility to keep them, is internationally regarded as a serious environmental problem.
Given this reality, that has caused the decline of some native species, the possession of specimens of some species is now prohibited by the Portuguese law.
Among the species of turtles whose detention is prohibited are the following:
For more information on species whose possession is prohibited, contact in Portugal the Institute for Nature Conservation and Biodiversity (Phone: +351 213 507 900).
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