Released pets can become invasive species, such as these turtles 🐢! Sometimes letting pets loose happens by accident, but other times it's done on purpose. These critters can become invasive species which disrupt ecosystem balance through competing with native species habitat, preying on native species, and introducing diseases. Red-eared sliders are an invasive turtle species to Canada, originating from the Mississippi River, United States. Due to their widespread popularity as pets, their mai