Jonathan the tortoise, the world's longest-living known land animal, remains alive despite claims of his death spreading on social media.

reports of his death were greatly exaggerated

  • Blakey [he/him]@hexbear.netEnglish
    37·
    2 months ago

    It’s not, like, the worst thing that’s ever happened but there really is something discomforting about the kind of person who pretends to be the vet responsible for the care of a beloved, ancient animal and makes a false death announcement. Very odd behaviour.

    • ClathrateG [none/use name]@hexbear.netOPEnglish
      31·
      2 months ago

      “Jonathan the tortoise is very much alive,” Hollins said. “I believe on X the person purporting to be me is asking for crypto donations, so it’s not even an April Fool joke. It’s a con.”

      Seems financially motivated