Watch: Tortoise Uses ‘Shell Car Wash’

TURTLE WAX WITH THAT? Sue, an African spurred tortoise at the Milwaukee County Zoo, enjoyed a waterless "shell car wash" last month. According to the zoo, turtles and tortoises can feel when something touches their shell. It's how they know to tuck their heads inside. The shell car wash is an enrichment experience for Sue, according to the zoo.

Tuesday, June 30th 2020, 8:27 am

By: News 9


TURTLE WAX WITH THAT? Sue, an African spurred tortoise at the Milwaukee County Zoo, enjoyed a waterless "shell car wash" last month. According to the zoo, turtles and tortoises can feel when something touches their shell. It's how they know to tuck their heads inside. The shell car wash is an enrichment experience for Sue, according to the zoo.

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