Thanks Jack. I don't think I'd want to try that on a tiny hatchling, though.

I don't know if it would really be an effective way of marking a growing turtle, since the notch might heal and smooth out considerably over time, and might no longer be readily recognizable.

Of course, personally, I wouldn't want to hurt one of the little guys either....

I think I 've heard of the L.I. estate you're talking about: isn't that where they recently re-captured the great-grandaddy turtle that was well over 100 yrs old (documented)?

Regards

Stephanie

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