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    I think I may just suck at this.

    I will echo what @Tom has said, but add an example. I purchased a few baby leopard tortoises 3-4 years ago from a breeder I thought started them...
    Post by: Markw84, Dec 5, 2019 at 8:58 AM in forum: General Tortoise Discussion
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    Need some help to find Pyramiding debate posts

    Here is the post I did with a detailed explanation of how the pyramiding actually occurs and why it is only the drying of new keratin at the seams...
    Post by: Markw84, Dec 5, 2019 at 8:35 AM in forum: Advanced Tortoise Topics
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    Vitamin A for baby box turtle

    What made the vet feel it was vit A deficient? i see not external signs that would indicate that. The little guy looks pretty good! With a good...
    Post by: Markw84, Dec 4, 2019 at 1:52 PM in forum: American box turtles
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    Enclosure size

    I have attached a PDF file here with all the information about the Smart Enclosures. Thank you for your interest.
    Post by: Markw84, Dec 3, 2019 at 8:11 AM in forum: Leopard tortoises
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    Baby hatching

    David. If you read the thread referenced by @Tom your question will be answered. Here's what I do that is very much like Tom... As soon as a...
    Post by: Markw84, Dec 2, 2019 in forum: Leopard tortoises
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    Is this a Gopher or a Sulcata? Please help!

    That is indeed a Texas or Berlandier's Tortoise. Gopherus berlandieri
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 30, 2019 in forum: North American Tortoises (genus Gopherus)
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    Here's Another Thing I've Been Thinking About Lately:

    One of the notable differences between brumation and true hibernation, is that a hibernating animal goes into an almost comatose state. It is...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 30, 2019 in forum: Leopard tortoises
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    Transitioning to Tortoise Table?

    There are certainly al lot of differences between individuals, but I hate the "it varies" answers myself, so here are some general sizes I find...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 29, 2019 in forum: Indian Star and Burmese Star tortoises
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    New member from Turkey

    If a tortoise is not that active it s normally because of inadequate light and heat. Reptiles are very much stimulated by the quality of light...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 28, 2019 in forum: Introductions
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    Best Tortoise Enclosure Yet!!

    As long as there is support withing a few inches of the edge of the enclosure, it will be adequate. If I were setting it on a 24" wide table, I...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 26, 2019 in forum: Tortoise Enclosures
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    Reputable Breeder for Star Tortoises?

    I do have some 2019 babies that are now 6-8 months old and several new clutches in the incubator.
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 24, 2019 in forum: Introductions
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    Sulcata not eating much after about 1.5 years. Depression?

    It would really help to see your enclosure. I am betting there are not enough hides and sight barriers. No way for one to get away from or out...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 23, 2019 in forum: Sulcata tortoises
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    Planting in an enclosure

    Pothos is listed as an irritant, but it only affects mammals. Turtles and tortoises are not affected by the raphides these plants contain. The...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 23, 2019 in forum: Tortoise Enclosures
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    Planting in an enclosure

    I also keep plants in pots that are partially buried in the substrate for young tortoises. With the good LED lights available now, they do well...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 23, 2019 in forum: Tortoise Enclosures
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    Tortoise sellers?

    Sorry I missed you there. We did have several informal gatherings and meals. All the tortoise forum folks we could identify and talk to. @Tom...
    Post by: Markw84, Nov 23, 2019 in forum: Debatable Topics