Hi. I've posted here before but decided not to get a tortoise at the time. But here we go again.
My son has been asking for a tortoise for last 2 years or so and I want to get it for him for christmas.
I live in new orleans. It can be very hot and humid during the summer, like high 90s for months. It's going to live inside until the summer then we will build an enclosure for him.
I was going to get a Russian tortoise just because they are easier to get tbh. Would this species be okay in our climate? If not, any suggestions?
I also need some tips on building a temp home for it. I was thinking a Rubbermaid container and a clamp lamp? What to use for bedding?
Thanks
My son has been asking for a tortoise for last 2 years or so and I want to get it for him for christmas.
I live in new orleans. It can be very hot and humid during the summer, like high 90s for months. It's going to live inside until the summer then we will build an enclosure for him.
I was going to get a Russian tortoise just because they are easier to get tbh. Would this species be okay in our climate? If not, any suggestions?
I also need some tips on building a temp home for it. I was thinking a Rubbermaid container and a clamp lamp? What to use for bedding?
Thanks