Flipper was the name of my first goldfish (RIP) and she inspired me to be very involved in goldfish keeping :D
Flipper is my username on several forums :) that way I don't get confused...... and I remember my favorite calico ryukin :<3:
I have a 1 yr old Hermann's tort and :<3: Her! You need good hygiene with all torts no matter the species. Also, I'd not let a small child hold it because the tort can be hurt if dropped.
We have people on this forum who breed Herman's if interested :)