July 14, 2010
News from the Turtle Survival Alliance
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This issue's banner features the critically endangered Madagascar Big-headed Turtle,  Erymnochelys madagascariensis.  TSA board member Anders Rhodin, M.D. took this photo in Madagascar at the Ampijoroa breeding facility.  Have a great image? Email Chuck Landrey
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Extinct in the wild within 20 years?

Radiated Tortoise in Madagascar
Our latest video follows TSA President Rick Hudson and Brian Horne of the Wildlife Conservation Society as they travel to Madagascar to assess the Radiated Tortoise population. At one time numbering over 12 million, the few tortoises Hudson and Horne found reminded them of the tragedy of the American Bison. 2 min, 30 sec,  Watch Now
 
Just 2 Weeks Left on Discount Room Rate.
TSA Conference Discount Ends July 23rd!

"When's the session on Softshell Turtles?"
TSA conference attendees

July 23 is the deadline for getting the discount room rate at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, where the TSA conference takes place August 16 - 19.

Over 90% of the rooms blocked out for the conference have already been booked. Don't get caught having to travel from a different hotel to the conference. Book your room now by calling 1-800-627-8258, or book your room online.
TSA Conference: Non-Scientists Welcome
  Come share your turtle and tortoise passion with others
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Recently, a fellow turtle enthusiast told me he would like to go to the TSA Conference next month, but thought he would not fit among "all those scientists." From first hand experience I told him this was absolutely not the case.

From its very beginnings the TSA has encouraged private individuals to get involved and share their knowledge, especially in the areas of captive care and breeding. Quite simply, if you have a passion for turtles, the best place for you to be August 16 - 20 is at the TSA Conference.