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Assalamalaikum
I want to know is it allowed in islam to keep turtle at home.

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Answer:

Turtles lawful

In the name of Allah, We praise Him, seek His help and ask for His forgiveness. Whoever Allah guides none can misguide, and whoever He allows to fall astray, none can guide them aright. We bear witness that there is none worthy of worship but Allah Alone, and we bear witness that Muhammad (saws) is His slave-servant and the seal of His Messengers.

The turtle is neither an unlawful animal, nor is it considered impure, nor is its flesh prohibited for the believers to consume. Thus, to the best of our knowledge there is absolutely no restriction or prohibition in Shariah if one amongst the believers wishes to keep a pet turtle in their homes.

Whatever written of Truth and benefit is only due to Allah’s Assistance and Guidance, and whatever of error is of me alone. Allah Alone Knows Best and He is the Only Source of Strength.

Your brother and well wisher in Islam,

Burhan