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Nanjing Fishermen Catches Hundred-Year Old ‘Pearly’ Soft-shelled Turtle

Ryan General   |

Dec 30, 2015 05:30 AM EST

A rare giant soft-shelled turtle with pearl-like growths over its shell has been captured by fishermen in eastern China, according to local newspapers. The turtle, whose kind is not commonly found in the area, is currently unharmed and is being cared for by a restaurant owner.