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  1. jkingler

    Head butting/ramming

    Greetings from funkycow, jkingler's other half. Yesterday, we removed and replaced Deedle's coir, since he was overdue. Tonight we got home after the usual tort bedtime, and our baby Deeds was already burrowed - but I decided that the enclosure looked a bit parched and thought hey, why...
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    Deedle, with an important Valentine's Day announcement.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPCN8sUPDjw&feature=plcp&context=C376a971UDOEgsToPDskIsqb-2Cr3Cp1Ajh7C6kkWs Hiii!.. Hap. Py! Vaaal. *breathes* En. Tine's! Day. Ev'. Ry. Bo. Dy!!! Note: After completing his cute little speech, we helped him to get that bit of leaf off of his face. ;)
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    What's the significance of your tortoise(s)'s name(s)?

    Did it just sound cool? Did your toirtoise just look like a Shelly or Sheldon? :P Or is there some deeper inspiration and meaning behind the names you've all chosen to give to your tortoises? Tell me yours and I'll tell you mine. :D
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    Would this seed mix be good to plant in enclosures?

    http://www.groworganic.com/low-growing-good-bug-blend-lb-1.html ...a mix of annuals and perennials under 2' tall ...Blooms begin 45-90 days after planting and will continue for years.... Contains: Carrot, Chervil, Coriander, Clovers (Crimson, White, and Rose), Subclovers, Nasturtium, Parsley...
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    Plant ID's in Deedle and Rory's Yard - What's on the Menu?

    I don't know what to call any of it, except Catch of the Day.
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    Rorschach will overanalyze you if you have food. :P

    A.k.a. Rorschach: seemingly simple, but certainly sidling into your subconscious!!! Meet our second chelonian, Rory! My, what a tiny home you have there! Have no fear, this guy will take gooood care of you! But before you are ready to move out of your starter home, your Real home needs to...
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    Who here lives in or around San Diego?

    If you live in SD and have tortoises (owner, breeder, rescuer, etc.), post here so we know who you are. :) Posters I am already aware of include: Lulu Momof4 Angi bcurtis cljohnson ticothetort2 pinoyfisher Am I missing any? And if I included you, do post anyways. (Even if...
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    What is your favorite thing about your Hermann's?

    I don't have one (yet), but I am in the market for one, and thought that this thread could be a fun venue to express all the little things there are to love about these pretty little torts! Note: Yes, I ripped off the Russian thread. But since there is a back and forth re: which species is...
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    Clumsy/Brave Tortoises!

    I only have one so far, but it makes me laugh. Hoping to see lots of fun stuff from you all. :D Here's mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzmwTrf7SDU&context=C321b6c1ADOEgsToPDskLwA1MJljHY6doA3IpAElof Lol.
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    San Diego CL, as of 1/29/12

    Sometimes I wonder why I go onto CL, since I can't home any of these guys at the moment and it just makes me feel bad, but maybe someone else can help these big critters out. Sulcatas (and they all look good, poor guys): http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/pet/2823412689.html...
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    What to do with used coir/Is tort poo good manure?

    Two part thread, since I couldn't find either topic via forum search and I don't want to make too many threads... Re: used coir: It seems like a waste to throw it out, even though I guess it is technically waste... Could it be used to enrich the soil in my backyard? I was considering...
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    "Black" Russians?

    They are just a different color phase of Russians, right? No other differences, from what I understand, but I could be entirely wrong. I generally don't find myself drawn to the looks of Russians, but these look so cool to me! And the blacker they are, the better, since the lighter colored...
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    Best Tort Vet(s) in San Diego?

    Any personal experience with either of these? Taken from the Vet List: San Diego Thomas H. Boyer, DVM Pet Hospital of Penasquitos 9888 Carmel Mt. Road, Suite F San Diego, CA 92129 Tel: (858) 484-3490 Fax: (858) 484-3499 Jeffrey R Jenkins, DVM, ABVP (Avian) Avian & Exotic Animal...
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    T.h.h. leucistica! Gorgeous!

    I am generally not a fan of blondes, but these are exceptions... http://testudohermannihermannileucistica.com/default.asp?Lingua=Inglese Leucistic hermannis...Who knew? Simply breathtaking. Does anyone have one? And any idea what they would go for? Probably too rich for my blood, but a boy...
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    Is Carapace Color Linked to Health?

    I have a preference for both the very light and the very dark colored torts, especially the ones who are several standard deviations away from what would be the typical appearance for a given breed. Should I reconsider my predilection? I am wondering if having abnormally light or dark...
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    Bullies?

    Are active "bullies," in general, more healthy, less healthy, or just as healthy as other non-dominant, non-agressive tortoises? When observing grouped tortoises, should take bullying behaviors as one of many potential indicators of good health in a tortoise (as they are obviously getting...
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    Reed Turtles

    Did I mention how fast they hatch and grow? It's almost like Gremlins. Also drawing parallels to Gremlins (and ASTs), they're meaner than hell. They are the Gremlin to your cute baby tort's Mogwai, so don't feed tortos after midnight. Thus, the wisdom of ancient (Chinese?) tort-husbands rings...
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    Homemade Calcium Carbonate Blocks

    One potential source of food grade calcium carbonate powder. I read that a member named shells(sp?) used food grade limestone flour (a.k.a. mainly calcium carbonate) to mold calcium chew blocks for tortoises and had great results. Several in that thread mentioned being excited at the idea and...
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    Are there reliably good MVBs, or must I seek out the least of several evils?

    Another bulb thread! Shining sullenly with over 160 watts of pessimism. Zoo Med PowerSun 100 Zoo Med PowerSun 160 Exo-Terra Solar-Glo 125/160 The average reviews, and especially the newest reviews, do not inspire confidence... Should I be searching somewhere other than Amazon for quality...
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    What kind of enclosure do you keep your marginated in?

    Post pictures of your enclosures, facts about its contents, et cetera! :D I am curious to see what you all are using and how I can improve what I am using to best meet the needs and potential wants of our little one. (Also, as an aside, do you think it is beneficial to redesign the layout and...
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