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Latest Animal Stories on Tortoises (155)

Jonah Bader: Owner and Main breeder of JB Herps - 2007-06-03
I have a male "Golden" Greek (I plan to get 1 or 2 females in august). He is so outgoing and personable but he does have his shy days. When i first got him he was very shy and to kept to himself because he was in an aquarium (I was uneducated). But now since he has lived outside (2 years so far, I have had him for 3) he has perked up and walks over to me for food and love. Even when I don't have food he rushes over to greet me. He is/was my first tortoise. I rescued a cherry head redfoot 4 months later but we had to overcome some health issues (being wildcaught), so I would definitely (if you are a beginner) consider a different species. All I can say is to: RESEARCH! RESEARCH! RESEARCH!

Julie Krebs - 2007-05-17
We have two Testudo Graeca (male & female) and keep them in an outside enclosure (we live in a desert climate). The male one is much smaller than the female, and is extremely shy. Whereas the female enjoys our company. I love that they will be my childrens' "lifelong pets"! We're all very happy with them!

B.Hayes - 2007-05-15
These tortoises are so loving but they do require a lot of care but it is worth it! My tortioise actually ran kinda fast for a tortoise but she was amazing!

violet - 2007-01-31
my red foot is 5 mo. and it's smart as a whip (but it trys to walk off the couch)and loves to explore.

Ben HoustonTx - 2006-11-01
We have been raising a female yellow foot for about 15 years, was about ten years old when we received her. Has been a great experience. She lives outdoors year round except few very cold times(below 25 degrees F.) She has a house with a radiant heater and moves back and forth as needed to stay warm. Loves watermelon. Never been sick. Good pet for the South.

George - 2006-09-16
Hi all, I acquired my baby sulcata about 1 month ago. He was hatched about 2 months ago. Just last week I acquired a baby leopard tortoise which hatched about 1 month ago. I have a 4ft X 4ft tortoise table whcih is split in half to house one of each baby on each side. But I have urges to lift the plywood in the middle to see how they get along. I will do more research on this if it is at all possible during their first year. I know that as adults this won't be possible because of their size & aggression differences. Take care and take good care of your lovely torts.

George - NY

Anonymous - 2006-09-04
Aloha!! I have a 4 year old female (as far as we can tell). She weighs in at 21 pounds. She is very precious and personable. Thank you for the info so I may better care for her. We live on Maui on an acre and she is a happy girl. And yes, VERY STRONG. Enjoy your tortoises!

Anonymous - 2006-09-04
Aloha again! Be careful what and how much you feed them. Their shells will pyramid and cause other shell problems, both top and bottom, some requiring shell surgery. ENJOY!

erika - 2006-08-23
i have a african spurred tortoise he decided to escape. they are very strong, strong enough to escape from a FENCE IN AREA THAT MY DOG CAN'T EVEN GET OUT OF. HE'S ONLY A BABY, SO USE A GOOD PEN. I JUST FOUND HIM YESTURDAY 7/23/06. THEY ARE SO CUTE.

James - 2006-08-17
they are very very cute

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