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[KMSReptiles]

I currently do not own a tortoise but plan on purchasing one really soon....
Kevin

 

[Jacqui]

Hi Kevin! Welcome. It's okay that you don't have a tortoise, it's not a requirement. Love the fact your looking around about tortoise before you actually have one. Do you have a type(s) in mind?

 

[Crazy1]

Welcome to the forum Kevin. Glad to see you doing research on tortoises prior to getting one. Like Jacqui asked do you have any type in mind? Or anything in particular you would like in one?

 

[katesgoey]

Welcome to the forum! Looking forward to seeing which type of tortoise you choose and good for you for starting with researching them.

 

[jlyoncc1]

Welcome to the forum!! Torts are great and also an addiction!!!

 

[Isa]

Welcome to the forum Kevin

Good luck with your research

 

[KMSReptiles]

Im looking for one that will have some size...either a Leopard, Burmese Brown, or maybe red foots....
Kevin

Welcome to the forum Kevin

Good luck with your research

 

[Itort]

Welcome Kevin, Redfoots and Leopards are both good starter torts though they have completely different requirements . I would not suggest a Burmese Mountain as a first tort as they are less forgiving of errors in husbandry. If you are interested in Burmese Mountains, I suggest you start with Redfoots. If you don't mind telling what part of country do you live in?

 

[KMSReptiles]

Larry..I live in Michigan...And good friends with fellow member jpeck425.
Kevin

Welcome Kevin, Redfoots and Leopards are both good starter torts though they have completely different requirements . I would not suggest a Burmese Mountain as a first tort as they are less forgiving of errors in husbandry. If you are interested in Burmese Mountains, I suggest you start with Redfoots. If you don't mind telling what part of country do you live in?

 

[Itort]

I would suggest a Redfoot. I was living in Lansing when I got my first RF's and climate suits them well (higher humidity). I believe it is a little to damp for a leopard and they may be more delicate there than further west.

 

[KMSReptiles]

Thanks Larry..Ill take you advice...I do have a friend here in michigan aswell that is Breeding Leopard Torts and has been for some time now..With little to no issue's...Now im newer to tortoises but have been keeping reptile's all my life. And realise that you must listen to others experience and go from there...Again thank you for your insite and I will consider Red Foots ...But they would be my last choice of the 3 mentioned in an earlier post.
Kevin

I would suggest a Redfoot. I was living in Lansing when I got my first RF's and climate suits them well (higher humidity). I believe it is a little to damp for a leopard and they may be more delicate there than further west.

 

[jpeck425]

I currently do not own a tortoise but plan on purchasing one really soon....
Kevin

Hey friend,
Ready to take the plunge, huh? I agree with some of the other opinions, Redfoot tortoises are great for our area and have some wonderful attributes (Interactive, very colorful, personable, wide diet, easy to find captive produced, more social if you want several, large without becoming difficult to accomodate). They would be an excellent choice for a beginner and advanced keeper.

You should come over and look at the different ones that I have before you decide.

Be well
Jeff

 

[KMSReptiles]

Thanks Jeff..Ill have to come and see your redfoots......

 

[Shellback]

Kevin welcome to a new exciting new world !

 

[Jentortmom]

Hello and welcome to TFO!! I have to agree with Larry the redfoot would be much better choice, What you need to think about is where are you going to keep them in the winter?? Anyways welcome to tfo!!

 

[KMSReptiles]

Jen...Thanks for the input..But I've decieded and Leopards are my choice...Ill keep everyone updated on there progress...

 

[james]

Jen...Thanks for the input..But I've decieded and Leopards are my choice...Ill keep everyone updated on there progress...

leopards are amazing looking! good luck with it. this site is full of caring people with great feedback. not an unanswered question yet!

 

[Shellback]

Go Kevin , so pretty much what everyone else said!

William

 

[KMSReptiles]

Thanks, William & James....Ill keep everyone posted on there growth ..
Kevin

 

[Jentortmom]

Congrats on your choice. Have you gotten them yet?? Can't wait to see photos..