was there any controversy with regard to it?
Yes, the Market Days festival in Concord, New Hampshire cancelled its turtle racing event after it received complaints that the sport was a form of cruelty to animals.
Turtle racing
The Market Days festival in Concord, New Hampshire cancelled its turtle racing event after it received complaints that the sport was a form of cruelty to animals.
when do painted turtle eggs hatch in minnesota UNANSWERABLE what is a painted turtle? It is the most widespread native turtle of North America. why is it named so? It's generic name is derived from the Ancient Greek words for "gold" ("chryso") and "freshwater tortoise" ("emys"). what do they eat? They eat both plants and animals. are there any other species looks similar to it? Yes, the red-eared slider. how important is basking for it? It regulates its temperature through its environment by basking. can they be brought up as pets? Yes, they were the second most popular pet turtles after red-eared sliders. what are its other uses? In the Midwest, turtle racing is popular at summer fairs. when was this racing started? In the early 20th century. what danger is involved in it? Turtles on occasion can pose a danger to spectators.
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Turtle racing [SEP] Controversy
Animal rights activists have described the sport as "cruelty" to turtles. The Market Days festival in Concord, New Hampshire cancelled its turtle racing event after it received complaints that the sport was a form of cruelty to animals. Archbishop Daniel Edward Pilarczyk has also opined against turtle racing, stating that the practice does not "mirror the compassion of Jesus".