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  • Why are Red Eared Sliders considered Invasive?

    Why are Red Eared Sliders considered Invasive?

    The Red Eared Slider has the ability to out-perform many native turtles across the world. They have managed to adapt to the varied living conditions that they’re exposed to – from the harsh Canadian winters to the humid summers of Japan. In Ontario, they have put many of the endemic species at risk and their… Read more

  • Biggest Pet Expo of 2023 – Representing Little RES Q

    Biggest Pet Expo of 2023 – Representing Little RES Q

    I’m the first interview in this lovely video by the All Canadian Reptile Girl. I love the work I do with Little RES Q and advocating for turtles all across Ontario feeds my soul. Read more

  • Party4 Paws Summer Fair 2023

    Party4 Paws Summer Fair 2023

    Turkey and I have been involved with Party4Paws for a while now as volunteers with Little RES Q. This event is in Toronto at Trinity Bellwoods Park in the Dog Bowl. It was set for Saturday but the rain had other plans and it was held on the Sunday instead. There is a Spring fair… Read more

  • Party 4 Paws, Spring Fair with Little RES Q

    Party 4 Paws, Spring Fair with Little RES Q

    For the past few years, Little RES Q has been invited to Party 4 Paws. It’s a great dog-centric event where vendors, charities, and shows are centered around Trinity Bellwoods’ Dogbowl. The last time I volunteered for this event was before the pandemic and it was wonderful. We had turtles and snakes, the volunteer who… Read more

  • Slow Progress is still progress

    Slow Progress is still progress

    For too long, I’ve dedicated this blog to a spot for me to write about my turtles. I find it very limiting and in times of low-inspiration, I would like to start writing more about other things. For example, I’ve recently been offered a position as a board member with my local turtle charity. I… Read more

I’m Celeste

You may know me at The Turtle Lady. Together with Turkey the Turtle, I share my love of turtles through interactive education across the GTA. We help people of all ages connect with and learn about the world of invasive and endemic turtles.

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