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  1. ILikeTortoises

    Sandy Substrate

    Hi all - I'm setting up a new enclosure for my Egyptian juveniles, and am looking for recommendations from someone who's had success with sandy substrates for this species. I'm thinking about moving away from the crushed oyster shell I'm currently using to go with something a bit more...
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    Juvenile Grouping

    Hi all - I currently have 4 juveniles in one 4'x2' enclosure. Two are a little over a year old and weigh 60-75g and two are under a year and about 30g. I'm acquiring two new hatchlings in a couple weeks that will be just a couple of months old, not sure on weights but probably in the 10-12g...
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    Looking for Egyptian hatchlings

    Hi all- I'm looking for a couple of hatchlings to add to my enclosure that's currently housing 2 Egyptians that are a little over 3 months old. Prefer hatchlings incubated at higher temp. Thanks all and Happy Holidays! - Johnathan
  4. ILikeTortoises

    Egyptian Hatchlings from Dovelett15/Martha

    I had a great experience purchasing two Egyptian hatchlings from Martha. I had never owned tortoises and she was always quick to reply to emails when I had questions about my enclosure setup in the month or so before the sale, and has since made herself readily available to answer any questions...
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    UVB Lighting Question for Egyptians

    Hi all - I'm setting up a terrarium for Egyptian tortoises, and was wondering if my lighting set-up is adequate. My terrarium is 48"Lx24"Dx16"H with an interior 36" lighting ballast w/ aluminum reflector housing an Arcadia 34" 6% UVB T5 HO bulb, which sits about 12" from substrate. This...
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    New Egyptian Setup

    Hi all - I'm in the design process for an indoor enclosure to house 2 Egyptians, will be about 2 months old at time of re-homing, and wanted to run my ideas by the group before I start purchasing materials and constructing. Here are my initial thoughts: - Enclosure: 48"x24"x16" w/ PVC...
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    Egyptian Tortoises

    Hi all- I'm looking for a captive-bred Egyptian tortoise as I'm hoping to get involved in their care, breeding and conservation. Any advice on current US breeders or wait lists would be much appreciated. Thanks! - Johnathan
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