Frank the Tankthe largest turtle in the world British Columbia, Canadais looking for a new home after being rescued by construction workers who saw her walking slowly across farmland.

The first people who saw the reptile at the site explained that at first they thought it was a giant rock and were very frightened when they saw that “the rock” was beginning to move and ate some plants in the area.

According to media reports Global Newsconstruction workers called the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Maple Crest so that rescuers can recover the turtle. Workers cleaned the area to avoid franc she ate an object and was temporarily placed in a plastic kiddie pool.

Shelley Smithone of the people who saw the turtle, commented to the news agency The Canadian Press that the first thing they did when they found the reptile was to pet it and he emphasized that it was an incredible experience, since he had never seen a turtle of that size before.

When SPCA management asked about the animal, workers said it was medium-sized and later corrected their description. “East giant“It’s like a big plate that you’re going to put a turkey on that you’ve cooked for 24 people,” he commented. Black-smith.

A few hours after generating the report, the organization’s collaborators in favor of the animals they picked up francthey took him to the veterinary hospital for a health check and later to the Maple Ridge Community Animal Center where he will reside while they find him a new home.

Adrian Waltonveterinarian who examined the tortoiseexplained that the specimen had a respiratory problem due to the prolonged cold and that it was a species in danger of extinction.

Frank is a sulcata tortoiseThese animals initially resided on the African continent and fell victim to the illegal species trade for their striking shells. Walton He explained to the Canadian news agency that these turtles can live between 100 and 50 years and weigh up to 90 kilograms.

Kahlée Demers, director of the community center where the turtle temporarily resides, described the animal as stoic, docile and large. The reason for the reptile’s name is due to its size and the fact that it will grow even larger. No one has claimed the turtle so far, however several prospective owners have already inquired if it is available for adoption.

According to local newspaper information Vancouver Sunshinehe animal He needs a large space where he can do his business and dig large holes. It is recommended to fence the place with a fairly hard material, as this species is characterized by its biting force.

The next house Frank the Tank He must have an “indoor shelter” where he can reside during cold seasons and avoid contracting a respiratory infection.