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More InformationOUR FOCUS
RESCUE.
As an animal shelter and conservation center, we rescue unwanted and confiscated animals from illegal trade activities with the purpose of helping them thrive.
RESEARCH.
Through taxonomy, including genetic, studies and conservation breeding, we create assurance colonies to help save endangered turtle and tortoise species from extinction.
REWILD.
Our main objective is to contribute to the rewilding of the planet. We participate in reintroduction projects to repopulate the Earth with turtles from our breeding programs.
OUR IMPACT
our efforts are paying off.
SEE WHAT WE'VE ACCOMPLISHED SO FAR.
As of September 2026, Turtle Island cares for 3,080 turtles and tortoises, representing 304 taxa (species and subspecies), including 178 threatened species. Since our founding in 2013, 3,516 turtles and tortoises have hatched at Turtle Island, while our dedicated turtle shelter has successfully rehomed 382 rescued, found, or surrendered pet turtles.
Our shelter provides care and rehoming for pet turtles, while our conservation work focuses on endangered and overlooked turtle and tortoise species. Among our most significant conservation achievements are 12 world-first breeding successes, demonstrating the expertise and scientific knowledge behind our conservation breeding work. This work is supported by nearly 10,000 volunteer hours each year and has contributed to more than 100 scientific publications.
As part of our conservation programs, captive-bred offspring and adult animals have, over the years, been transferred to zoos and partner organizations, placed in qualified external care under our supervision, or included in citizen science projects. Animals are also transferred between institutions as part of coordinated conservation breeding programs, helping to maintain genetically diverse and sustainable populations beyond our own facilities.
Our conservation work extends around the world through 15 international projects dedicated to protecting some of the most endangered and overlooked turtle and tortoise species.
Together, these accomplishments reflect our ongoing commitment to Rescue. Research. Rewild.®
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Turtle Island Financials
Turtle Island is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organisation and your donation is tax-deductible, governed by U.S. tax laws (Tax ID number: 83-1706767).
In Austria, donations to Turtle Island from companies (§ 4a para. 2 no. 3 EstG, NT3539) and private individuals are tax-deductible as business expenses or as part of the employee tax assessment.
Turtle Island has achieved fantastic ratings on two prominent platforms: a 4-star rating on Charity Navigator and the Platinum Seal of Transparency on Candid GuideStar. This recognition underscores Turtle Island’s dedication to saving the world’s most endangered and overlooked turtle and tortoise species, all while maintaining transparency and accountability with its donors.
