Fierce abandoned turtles and Teenage Mutant Ninja Hero influence poses danger to children

When over 100 abandoned pet turtles and terrapins were recently found in a lake district of England that could snap the leg off a duck, officials have expressed concern for children when Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles releases its upcoming film.

Children inclined to capture roaming snapping turtles may end up losing a finger, warns Terry Bowes, director of Wetheriggs Zoo and Animal Sanctuary in Cumbria.

Parents are advised to take measures to inform and protect their children of such an unfortunate event.

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Ninja turtles success fuels pet problems – The Times (subscription)