Tortoise care

[sandtortoise]

I am thinking about getting a tortoise because my lizard just died and I have always wanted one I have had plenty of turtles in the past but never owned a tortoise and was hoping to know if I should buy one from a store a breeder or online and also what kind of tank they need including size and if they what kind of stuff I should put in it thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this or answer my questions

 

[JoesMum]

Hello and welcome to TFO.

Whereabouts in the world are you and what's the climate like? How much space do you have? Do you have outdoor space?

Even the smallest torts need a minimum of 4'x8' (1.5 x2.2metres) floor area.

I suggest you start by reading our Beginner Mistakes thread
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/beginner-mistakes.45180/

Once we know more about where you live and the climate we will be better placed to suggest a species

 

[Gillian M]

A very warm welcome to the forum.

Sorry to know that your lizard died. Please accept my sincere condolences.

 

[Tom]

Hello and welcome.

I was going to say everything that Joe'sMum just said. So… yeah…

 

[Speedy-1]

Hi and welcome !

 

[wellington]

Hello and Welcome. As soon as we know more, we can help you more. Aquariums/tank are too small for tortoises.

 

[Tom]

Aquariums/tank are too small for tortoises.

Just a little side note: {…except for hatchlings and little babies….}

 

[sandtortoise]

I live in MN were its cold most of the year so should I build a indoor living area for it Think at least now I know I can't keep it in a tank I want my tortoise to be as comfy in its home as possible

 

[Lyn W]

Hi and welcome there are caresheets for most species available in the species specific section here so have a read and see which tort best suits your circumstances. The Enclosures thread and has loads of great ideas to help you get started.

 

[Lemonade]

Russian Tortoises stay smaller than most, so that might be good for keeping indoors.

I would also suggest you check craigslist or the adoptions link on this site.

 

[TammyJ]

Hi and welcome!