We were near Malcontenta, at the Fusina (Venice waterbus) stop when a couple of volunteer guard-type of people rocked up in their boat. Lo and behold they had this huge sea monster at the bottom of the boat! Apparently this unlucky fella might have followed one of the big cruise ships, thereby accidentally ending up in Venice, which really isn't the normal habitat of these turtles.
Being a smart girl, I did actually have my camera with me. The only problem is that I had forgotten to check if it has any battery left.. Of course the damned thing wouldn't even turn on! Therefore I have nicked the above photo from here. This might not be the exact same type of sea turtle. I didn't ask the poor animal for any sort of ID and I'm not a turtle expert. What I can however tell you, is that it was big. I mean big enough that it took a guard, a vet and an assistant to lift the turtle at the back of the vet's jeep.
I hope the turtle will be alright. The bucket was not quite big enough for it so I was feeling a bit worried for its fins (?). If I hear anything, shall update you about any possible developments in the story.
Oh yeah and we also went to Asolo. A very nice little town with a cool castle and everything, but as for the lack of camera there are no photos to show. Oh bummer, I'll have to go there again! ;)
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