”Hello, it’s nice to meet you! My name is Tama Chan. Well, aren’t you going to shake my hand?”

Cute Turtle
“I am a four-year-old painted turtle… that’s why I’m so pretty.”

Cute Turtle 2
“But I am more than a pretty face. I am curious and clever and will do almost anything for a worm. I may even spash you in the face if you aren’t quick enough! I am a very sweet girl…”

Cute Turtle 3
“Come back and visit me soon!”
Maiah from Fairfax sent us these great pictures of Tama Chan. She told us that Tama was kept in horrible, cramped conditions as a hatchling. As a result of this neglect, she has a permanent dent in her shell. Maiah simply could not leave her there. She decided to bring Tama home for a temporary stay. Soon everyone grew to love her. (Who wouldn’t!?) Now she has a happy, healthy, and wonderful new permanent home!

Love, love the turtle hand! Let’s shake!