Bra Clasp Donations Sought
to Aid Injured Turtles A Facebook post by the Wildthunder Wildlife
& Animal Rehabilitation & Sanctuary in Iowa has
gone viral since asking for used bra clasp donations. The group’s post asked for people to remove
the clasps before disposing of old bras, as
they are used to repair damaged turtle shells. Wildthunder, via Facebook Although it may seem like an odd first-aid tool,
using bra clasps is actually a common practice since
there aren’t many specialized tools for turtle injuries. When a turtle experiences a shell fracture,
the clasps are adhered to the shell and hooked
together to stabilize the crack. Bra clasps are especially handy for severe injuries,
as wire can be weaved through the clasps and
tightened over time as needed.