If you're a reptile fan, you probably know that it's not all that uncommon for animals like lizards, snakes, and tortoises to be kept in a refrigerator for hibernation purposes. The cool, consistent temperature is perfect for a nice long nap.
What is a little unusual, though, is the British woman who keeps 75 tortoises in her refrigerators, right alongside her wine and bell peppers. Shirley Neely has tiny tortoises in biscuit tins, big tortoises that line the inner shelves in their makeshift towel sleeping bags, and a few mid-sized strays that line the door.
Although she has removed their bedding for photos, the picture below gives you a pretty good idea of what her guests see when they reach for a drink. You can read the full story over at the UK's Daily Mail.
Also, just a note for those of you who may want a few fridge tortoises of your own - there are a number of safety precautions that you must take to ensure the animal's safety. Check out this article on refrigerated tortoise hibernation for more details.
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