Hermann’s tortoises (Testudo hermanni) are endearing animals, who’ve become quite popular with reptile keepers over the last several decades. But it is important for prospective keepers to note that there are two subspecies of the Hermann’s tortoise – the eastern […]
While there are nearly 50 different tortoise species in the world, beginning tortoise enthusiasts often find themselves choosing from a relatively small subset of this total. After all, some tortoises – such as Aldabra tortoises (Aldabrachelys gigantea) – simply grow
Modern tortoise keepers have access to dozens of different species, but most keepers find that only a relative handful of species make the best pets. The Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni) is clearly among these, and the species’ popularity has only
It’s not always clear what makes a turtle a turtle and a tortoise a tortoise. In fact, many people use the names interchangeably. This article covers the significant differences between the two and will provide you with all the information
If you’re staring at a tortoise right now wondering “What species is this thing?” you’re in a surprisingly common situation. Maybe you inherited it from a relative who passed away. Maybe you bought it from someone who swore it was
