BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

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BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Loveskinks » Thu Jan 27, 2022 5:33 pm

Hello,
I have found a BTS near my house. I found it on a driveway shedding. I have had some little skinks in the past so I know a bit about skinks. This BTS was perfectly fine with us picking it up and bringing it back to our house for a better look. The BTS doesn't seem to look very well. Like I said we were able to pick it up without it running away. I don't know what to do and I need help ASAP.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Janella » Thu Jan 27, 2022 7:05 pm

Hi there, I see that you are in Australia. I don't remember exactly the rules there, but I would say take it to a wildlife/zoo vet to have it checked out. Or an exotic vet. Can you post pictures so we can identify the species?
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Loveskinks » Thu Jan 27, 2022 8:08 pm

It's a definite blue tongue. Been keeping an eye on her and seems to be getting better. I now think that she is just lethargic from shedding. Placed her in a safe place and checking on her frequently.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Loveskinks » Thu Jan 27, 2022 8:30 pm

I can't seem to take photos. But found out he is a blotched blue tongue lizard.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Janella » Fri Jan 28, 2022 7:08 am

Okay, I would double check the regulations are in regards to finding a skink in your country. Glad it is doing better.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby splashy07 » Fri Jan 28, 2022 7:16 am

You guys over there are sooooo lucky....if that wandered into my backyard I'd take a week off just to stare at him. Wishing him good health and a happy life.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Janella » Fri Jan 28, 2022 7:17 am

Ditto Susan, but I thought I remember somewhere reading that it is illegal to keep wild-caught skinks. I hope I am wrong. Good luck!
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby splashy07 » Fri Jan 28, 2022 8:26 am

You just need permits. Just like here, if you want to do it the right way. When I was a kid and caught garter snakes the critter cops never arrested me.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Y33T » Fri Jan 28, 2022 8:57 am

You need to contact WIRES and fill in a rescue form. They’re based in NSW but have interstate contacts.
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Re: BTS FOUND. NEED URGENT HELP

Postby Loveskinks » Fri Jan 28, 2022 7:13 pm

BTS now back in the wild. Put him somewhere in our backyard so we can keep an eye on him. Seems to be doing ok. :D

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