Overview

• Passersby discovered multiple exotic bearded dragons in a Feldberg quarry on June 18, finding them in poor physical condition.
• Seven lizards were rescued by members of the Freiburger Reptilienschutzverein conservation group.
• Police believe the dragons were deliberately released in recent weeks, a potential violation of the Animal Welfare Act.
• Authorities suspect additional bearded dragons may still be present in the quarry area.
• Conservationists warn that releasing non-native reptile species into the wild can pose ecological risks.