Again I am no expert but I think the big difference is captive vs. wild. I have observed groups of painted and sliders basking together at ponds. I do not have much experience observing a lot of captive bred aquatic turtles in group situations. That is why it is so important to know where a...
If they continually ignored you that is just bad customer service. It also comes across as a lack of concern for the tortoise. If someone is selling any animal on a business level they should be held to higher standards. Its not like returning a piece of clothing!
I have not had problems with flies around my tortoises but also have horses and chickens. One year we had a lot of problems with flies in general. I purchased some fly bags and hung them around the yard. They do smell horribly but will get rid of a large amount of them. The glue strips are good...
I am also a newbie. I agree that a more experienced member would be of help. They look very healthy and are lucky you found them. It seems you are doing a great job caring for them. Good luck! And shame on the pet shop. Sickening people will do anything for money.
I have a pair of russians, a pair of sulcatas, 1 leopard, 10 box turtles, 1 painted, 1 red ear slider, and 1 yellow slider. The box turtles are in a natural habitat. The tortoises were acquired from various situations that needed homes asap. I have 20 acres so I have plenty of space. I am a stay...
I have to say I am enjoying reading all the post. I am new so still learning to navigate the site. I like all the different perspectives and I love a good debate. i thought I was well educated about tortoises and turtles through general internet and good old fashioned books but I realize there...
I am no expert but I believe there is a difference in captive bred and species in the wild. I have observed both and do see the difference. I believe in keeping native turtles in their natural habitat and am fortunate to live in an area where I can observe them in that way. I live in the...