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Welcome to MATTS!
Mission Statement
The Mid-Atlantic Turtle & Tortoise Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting the responsible herpetoculture of turtles and tortoises, promoting and supporting the study of chelonian natural history, and conserving Mid-Atlantic chelonian species and habitat.Synopsis
We are an all-volunteer organization founded in February, 1997, and are directed by concerned hobbyists and professionals who saw a need to reach out to the public and improve the conditions under which captive chelonians are kept and try to protect local species and their habitats. While there are other respected herpetological organizations in the area (most members are in the Baltimore -Washington- Northern Va. area, though more than twenty states are now represented), ours is the only one dedicated exclusively to turtles and tortoises.
Please help by becoming an active member.
Become part of an exciting new society dedicated to the well being of our hard-shelled friends. Together we can study and help preserve these beautiful creatures.