I've known plenty of people who keep multiple tortoises together. Probably best for the torts to not have company but I think it's doable if you have the space. Russians are smart, fiesty little buggars. Great escape artists! Hermanns are not as mischievous. Substrate options vary. I use a...
Good info on the redfoot! There is a drug addict in an area near me who has three tortoises that aren't being properly cared for. My heart breaks for them as he is too selfish to give them to me. I am still learning about these beautiful creatures but I already know more thanks to this forum...