Hey kids, some interesting facts! Animals near you have been found to carry menengitis, leprosy, rabies, plague, etc. There are diseases everywhere on and in everything. Can't be paranoid about everything, though.
Salmonella is no problem.
That's not the reason I'm getting them, but it certainly is an advantage. I've always wanted hingebacks, they are unique. That's the main reason I want them...so i'll take advantage of the low cost. Of course it will cost more to keep them and treat them for parasites, etc...
Lonesome George has died today. :( Here is the story:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-18574279
I was going to see him this November when I go to the Galapagos. I won't get to see him now...but I will do some hiking on Pinta Island.
WOW. Haven't been to the forum in a while. So how many do you have now? 6 or 7?
Keep pairs together and away from the others so you tract bloodlines....These are so so so rare.