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Trial over tortoise breeding in Llucmajor: Who benefits from the illegal trade?

What happens to confiscated tortoises in Mallorca

Seized tortoises in Mallorca are cared for by authorised centres such as Natura Parc, but reintroduction is not always possible.

Published: April 22, 2026
Trial over tortoise breeding in Llucmajor: Who benefits from the illegal trade?

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What happens to confiscated tortoises in Mallorca?

Confiscated animals are usually taken into care by authorised centres, where they can be checked, treated and monitored. In this case, some hatchlings later ended up at Natura Parc, although not every seized animal can automatically be released back into the wild.

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