my first ever baby hermanni hermanni (comments plz x)

[3lli3 xx]

your all right i'll probably end up with a few ! just a quicky, are you aloud to keep different types of tortoise together do they get on?

[linda]

Originally Posted by 3lli3 xx

your all right i'll probably end up with a few ! just a quicky, are you aloud to keep different types of tortoise together do they get on?

different species may have different housing needs
may have different feeding requirements
may have different sexual courtship behaviour
differing species can cause physical harm when courting a different species
may be carry pathogens that may harm other species

so the majority of us will not mix different species

http://www.shelledwarriors.co.uk/for...mixing+species

[3lli3 xx]

good to know thanks linda x

[3lli3 xx]

just checking, i definately wouldn't be getting another any time soon, but woould it be an un-wise decision to let him get settled in for a few years then suddenely spring aanothor one in on him, ?

[lindso3000]

what a beautiful tortoise

[Paulg1]

Originally Posted by 3lli3 xx

just checking, i definately wouldn't be getting another any time soon, but woould it be an un-wise decision to let him get settled in for a few years then suddenely spring aanothor one in on him, ?

It shouldn't matter too much unless they are two males and very differnt in size. I wouldn't put a hatchling in with an adult.

[Alex]

Originally Posted by 3lli3 xx

just checking, i definately wouldn't be getting another any time soon, but woould it be an un-wise decision to let him get settled in for a few years then suddenely spring aanothor one in on him, ?

Lovely little fella.
He is unlikely to get lonely on his own but at a young age getting another probably wont bother him, but you always have to be prepared as sometimes they will fight and have to be separated but this is less likely at a young age. If in time you do get another one, and as said they are addictive remember to quarantine for 6 months.

[beckyzazou]

Lovely little tort, they certainly are addictive.
Always consider a rehomer if possible when you wish to expand your family. Ther are lots of opportunities and you do get lots of satisfaction this way.
Obviously, be very aware of Quar. period and same species etc.

Really good to see that new keepers are joining the forum and asking questions

[Lou]

he's lovely!! congrats..
I'm like Jackie... I am now on three

[Pretty Penguin]

Originally Posted by janeL

Aww congratulations, he is lovely... but beware they are addictive!!!! Before you know it you will have a garden full LOL!!!

I only ever intended having the one but... I'm going to miss mine so much when she hibernates next year!

It would be so nice to have a non-hibernating tortoise as well as my beautiful baby, Thumbelina...

Anna