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Space Force bans Moon landings after discovering rare species of lunar tortoise

Space Force bans Moon landings after discovering rare species of lunar tortoise

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Cat Astronaut
May 12, 2021
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By Cat Astronaut

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Space Force has placed a temporary ban on all landings on the surface of the moon after discovering an endangered lunar tortoise habitat there.

“Effective immediately, all moon landings, moon amphibious assaults, and low-gravity live-fire ranges are prohibited,” read a memo posted on the Space Force’s website. “As of…

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