I'm pretty sure they are Russian. Read someplace something about four toes on each foot and a flat (vs concave) plastron and they are both flat and four toed all the way around. I've also looked at many of the picts posted here detailing male vs female. Both of these guys have a longer tail held...
I'm in Klamath and it's generally cooler over here. And since we are currently in a motor home, we have no yard to use at this time. the tank will have to work for the time being.
I have to say, when considering a classroom pet I most likely would not have sought out tortoises. But these guys are kinda cute and I’m glad they fell into my lap (for free even!). But you’re saying I need to separate or find a home for one of the guys then, huh? That’s a bummer. How about...
Bummer! That's not going to work. Hubby and I are currently in transition and living in a motor home. Also I don't think they'd appreciate our outdoor temps here. We haven't reached anything above 70 in weeks.
I teach first grade and was recently gifted two tortoises in a large tank. After doing a bit of research and talking to the folks at PetCo, I believe they are Russian Torties – both male. I’ve had them for two weeks now and the kids and I have just settled on the names Mike and Sulli (Monster’s...