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(ODA TV website, 15 June 2026)
Too many cats in Istanbul anyway.
The discovery of exotic animals and prohibited species in an apartment
building in Kadıköy-Erenköy—right in the heart of Istanbul—has
caused astonishment. It was reported that a wide range of species were
found, including a Savannah Monitor, a "Fire Skink" lizard, and snails.
A statement regarding the matter was issued by the Directorate of
Nature Conservation and National Parks.
A wide variety of animals—ranging from exotic lizards, tortoises, and
iguanas to prohibited snakes and snails, as well as parrots suspected of
being smuggled and creatures like tarantulas—were discovered in two
separate apartments within a building in Kadıköy. Teams from the General
Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks rescued numerous
animals from these two apartments, which were occupied by a family.
Instead of a guard dog...
It was alleged that over 200 animals were found, including a yellow
scorpion and a viper that were discovered dead. Furthermore, it was
claimed that snails were being used as protein-based feed for the snakes.
The allegations also include the presence of a wide variety of animals,
ranging from reptiles such as the Savannah Monitor, Fire Skink, and
iguana to exotic frog species, as well as creatures like the boa constrictor,
emperor scorpion, tarantula, and snails.
A statement posted on the social media account of the General Directorate
of Nature Conservation and National Parks read as follows: "Exotic
Species Seized in Istanbul. Acting on a tip-off, our teams conducted an
inspection at a location in Istanbul in coordination with law enforcement
agencies. Checks revealed the presence of numerous exotic species lacking
the required permits. The animals—including tarantulas, snakes, scorpions,
iguanas, savannah monitors, parrots, aquatic turtles, and giant African land
snails—were seized. While the animals were taken into protective custody,
an administrative fine was imposed on the individual involved under the
Land Hunting Law No. 4915. We will resolutely continue our inspections
regarding the unauthorized possession of wild animals."
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