17-07-2006, 08:10 PM | #1 |
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Med Torts
I have been thinking/researching getting at tort for some time now, but I am still finding it difficult to decide so many different types. Lol
I think that it will probably end up being a med tort though cause most of the other species grow to be very large. The thing that scares me the most is the hibernation thing. I suppose most of you have this fear wach year though. The question then is what species should it be? I am new to torts but have kept bearded dragons for some years now. |
17-07-2006, 08:56 PM | #2 |
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I agree that it should be a med tort, hermanns are my faves!!!!!
www.tortoise-world.com for a list of breeders! Josh |
17-07-2006, 09:09 PM | #3 |
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Or there is a list on the homepage for this site.
http://www.shelledwarriors.co.uk/breeders.htm |
17-07-2006, 09:15 PM | #4 |
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There are quite a few med torts to choose from.
Ibera, graeca graeca, hermans and marginata, then there are the horsfields. All excellent tortoises for first timers. Although you have beardies, torts are a little different to keep<g>, but lots of similarites too.
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17-07-2006, 11:14 PM | #5 |
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I have bought books and read alot of answers to different questions on here, to try and get as much info as poss before selecting.
It took me about 6 months to decide what lizard to get, if I hadn't taken that long though i would of got an iguana and regretted it once it was fully grown Thanks for all your input |
17-07-2006, 11:40 PM | #6 |
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Hi Moormax,
Firstly welcome to the forum and secondly, it's great to see people doing their homework before buying a tortoise. Like many have said, a tortoise is for your life and your childrens lives too. Don't be affraid to ask as many questions as you like, we are a helpful friendly bunch. Ade
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18-07-2006, 06:24 PM | #7 |
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Thanks alot everyone. It good to know that there are friendly and helpful people willing to spend a bit of time helping with advise
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