If you’re looking for small tortoise species that won’t outgrow your home, you’re making a smarter decision than most new tortoise owners. In popular culture, tortoises are often portrayed as gentle giants—and species from the Galápagos Islands certainly live up […]
The red-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonarius), also referred to as the cherry head tortoise is a charming species and is commonly kept as a pet. It’s native to South America and is most easily identified by the red patches along its
Which substrate to use in your tortoise enclosure might seem like a small decision. But remember that this material makes up a huge part of your tortoise’s relatively small world! The right substrate will ensure your Hermann’s tortoise is happy,
No matter what tortoise species you maintain, you’re going to need to be patient. Tortoises grow very slowly. But while this can often frustrate their keepers, it means that tortoises also live very long lives. These aren’t pets that’ll die
Tortoises are fairly distinctive animals, and while it can occasionally be tricky to identify some by species or subspecies, it usually isn’t very hard to determine whether an animal is a tortoise or not. In most cases, any reptile with
Buying your first pet tortoise is certainly an exciting endeavor. However, you’ll need a variety of supplies to ensure your new pet remains healthy and enjoys a high quality of life. In this article, I’ll be explaining some of the
Buying a new tortoise means you’ll have to buy a lot of different things, including the actual animal and everything necessary for her care and maintenance. And unfortunately, none of these things are free. This leaves many prospective keepers wondering
Leopard tortoises (Stigmochelys pardalis) are remarkable animals, who not only reach large sizes but also sport incredible, leopard-like patterns, which give the species its common name. These two facts, along with their interesting personalities, have made leopard tortoises very popular
Despite being relatively small and often drab-looking, Russian tortoises (Agrionemys horsfieldii) often catch the attention of people who’re interested in buying a pet tortoise. By and large, that’s a good thing, as these cute little chelonians have a lot of
The Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni) is a relatively small, attractive tortoise that often makes an excellent pet. But to ensure your tortoise remains healthy and enjoys a high quality of life, you’ll need to provide him with a proper enclosure.
